The Fables of La Fontaine by Jean de La Fontaine

(9 User reviews)   1277
By Gary Greco Posted on Jan 2, 2026
In Category - Music Theory
La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695 La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695
English
"The Fables of La Fontaine" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of fables published between 1668 and 1694. La Fontaine adapted tales from Western and Eastern sources into French free verse, creating 239 fables across twelve books. Originally aimed at adults, these humorous and ironical stories draw from Aesop, Indian sources, and contemporary ev...
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became a cornerstone of French literature, memorized by generations of schoolchildren and celebrated for its artful storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Michelle Hernandez
1 month ago

I’ve read many books on this subject, and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.

Thomas Jones
2 months ago

This caught my eye instantly and the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.

Mason Sanchez
1 month ago

I had low expectations initially, however it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. I learned so much from this.

Carol Perez
4 months ago

After completing the first chapter, the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Thanks for making this available.

Richard Young
1 month ago

I found this while browsing online and the tone remains consistent and professional throughout. Truly inspiring.

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