Æsop's Fables

"Æsop's Fables" by Aesop is a collection of short, allegorical stories, mostly about talking animals, that teach important life lessons. Originating in ancient Greece as fables, each tale uses animal characters to illustrate different aspects of human nature and morality. The stories show how kindness, hard work and honesty are good, while things like pride and laziness can cause trouble. For instance, a mighty lion learns that even a tiny mouse can be a powerful friend and that a hungry fox, unable to reach some grapes, decides that he never wanted them. Through vivid characters and simple plots, the fables seek to provide moral guidance.