The Fables of La Fontaine Translated into English Verse by Walter Thornbury and Illustrated by Gustave Doré

"The Fables of La Fontaine" by Jean de La Fontaine is a compilation of fables created in the 1600s filled with tales of animals with human-like features that teach moral lessons using jokes and cleverness. Through his stories, many characters like smart foxes, busy ants, and silly grasshoppers show how people act using entertaining stories. The book starts with a special message and information about the author's life and work, proving why he is important in poetry and storytelling, illustrating how La Fontaine used ideas from old fable writers but created his own unique style, and preparing readers for stories that are both funny and meaningful, also sharing details about La Fontaine's journey as a writer.