A Lifetime of 350 Fables to Read

Author: Zhenbei
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Fable, as a popular literary form, possesses narrative quality, philosophical depth, diverse genres, satire, and didacticism. This book is divided into two main parts: Western Fables and Chinese Fables. Western Fables are further categorized into four sections: Aesop's Fables, La Fontaine's Fables, Krylov's Fables, and Lessing's Fables. Chinese Fables are organized into clearly structured categories based on content: Inspirational Stories, Philosophical Reflections, Strategies and Tactics, Social Conduct, and Life Wisdom. The book selects over a hundred classic fable stories, such as "The Snake Adding Feet," "The Crow and the Turtle," "Ye Gong's Love for Dragons," "The Misplaced Trumpeter," "Going South While Heading North," and "The Donkey's Limited Skills."