The Fables of La Fontaine: Translated into English Verse by Walter Thornbury and Illustrated by Gustave Doré: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
The Fables of La Fontaine: Translated into English Verse by Walter Thornbury and Illustrated by Gustave Doré: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Fables of La Fontaine: Translated into English Verse by Walter Thornbury and Illustrated by Gustave Doré is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for La Fontaine, Jean de (1621–1695). The listed translation credits are Thornbury, Walter (1828–1876).
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"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 events. Each fable offers keen insights into human nature through animal characters and pointed morals. The work became a cornerstone of French literature, memorized by generations of schoolchildren and celebrated for its artful storytelling.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Fables of La Fontaine: Translated into English Verse by Walter Thornbury and Illustrated by Gustave Doré
- Author credits: La Fontaine, Jean de (1621–1695)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Thornbury, Walter (1828–1876)
Catalogue subjects
- Fables, French -- Translations into English
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- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: French Literature
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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