The Fables of Aesop (Masterpieces of the Illustrated Book) - Softcover
The gods help them that help themselves . . . We would often be sorry if our wishes were gratified . . . Appearances are deceptive . . . These and many other familiar proverbs — in fact, many of the moral values that form the foundation of our daily lives — were expressed in tales from ancient Greece, credited to Aesop, the legendary storyteller.
This volume, edited by the celebrated English folklorist Joseph Jacobs, contains a rich selection of these time-honored tales, among them "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse," "The Fox and the Crow," "The Lion and the Mouse," "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing," "The Goose with the Golden Eggs," "The Old Man and Death," "Belling the Cat," "The Hare and the Tortoise," and dozens more.
Retold with wit and sparkle in simple, direct language, these short, clever stories offer young readers wonderful lessons in right and wrong, and many valuable insights into life, both its joys and perils. Over 170 classic illustrations by Richard Heighway bring the stories vividly to life for readers and listeners alike.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Aesop (620-560 BC) was a slave in ancient Greece who is known only for the genre of fables that are ascribed to him.
Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.:
The Kite and the Pigeons--Some Pigeons, terrified by the appearance of a Kite, called upon the Hawk to defend them. He agreed at once. When they had admitted the hawk into their coop, they found that he killed a larger number of them in one day than the Kite could injure in a whole year. AVOID SOLUTIONS THAT ARE WORSE THAN THE PROBLEM.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPaddington Press
- Publication date1975
- ISBN 10 084670076X
- ISBN 13 9780846700760
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages376
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop (Masterpieces of the Illustrated Book)
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # L07E-01486
Buy Used
US$ 6.18
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop
Published by
Paddington Press, Limited
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 38578216-6
Buy Used
US$ 6.46
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.6. Seller Inventory # G084670076XI3N00
Buy Used
US$ 6.88
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.6. Seller Inventory # G084670076XI3N00
Buy Used
US$ 6.88
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop (Masterpieces of the Illustrated Book)
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_401154555
Buy Used
US$ 5.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fables
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004900038
Buy Used
US$ 5.65
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fables (Masterpieces of the illustrated book)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fables (Masterpieces of the illustrated book) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780846700760
Buy Used
US$ 10.74
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fables (Masterpieces of the illustrated book)
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780846700760
Buy Used
US$ 10.74
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fables
Published by
Imprint unknown
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Seller Inventory # CHL8973771
Buy Used
US$ 10.38
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Fables of Aesop (Masterpieces of the Illustrated Book)
Published by
Paddington Press
(1975)
ISBN 10: 084670076X
ISBN 13: 9780846700760
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. Good condition with wear and markings. Seller Inventory # 100-20897
Buy Used
US$ 14.95
Convert currency