Literary Fables of Yriarte: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
Literary Fables of Yriarte: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Literary Fables of Yriarte is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Iriarte, Tomás de (1750–1791). The listed translation credits are Devereux, George H. (George Humphrey) (?–1878).
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"Literary Fables of Yriarte" by Tomás de Iriarte is a collection of fables written in the late 18th century. The fables adapt traditional storytelling methods to impart moral lessons and critiques, particularly aimed at scholars and intellectuals, using animals and humorous situations as vehicles for reflection. The thematic exploration centers around the follies and flaws of human nature while engaging readers in thoughtful commentary through allegorical tales. The opening portion introduces the collection with a dedication, preface, and the first few fables. It discusses the purpose of fables, highlighting their effectiveness in conveying moral truths in an engaging manner. The first fable centers around an observant elephant who addresses the faults of other animal characters, sparking a mix of respect and resentment from listeners. The fables employ rich imagery and lively dialogue to draw out pertinent observations about vanity, ignorance, and pretentiousness in various characters, setting the stage for a reflective and entertaining reading experience.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Literary Fables of Yriarte
- Author credits: Iriarte, Tomás de (1750–1791)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Devereux, George H. (George Humphrey) (?–1878)
Catalogue subjects
- Fables, Spanish -- Translations into English
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- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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