An Argosy Of Fables: A Representative Selection From The Fable Literature Of Every Age And Land

By Frederic Taber Cooper

Book Overview

""An Argosy of Fables"" is a comprehensive collection of fables from different cultures and time periods, compiled by Frederic Taber Cooper. The book features a wide range of fables, from Aesop's classic tales to lesser-known stories from around the world. Each fable is accompanied by an introduction that provides context and background information, as well as an analysis of the story's meaning and significance. The book is organized thematically, with fables grouped together by topic, such as ""The Wisdom of Animals"" and ""The Folly of Greed."" Overall, ""An Argosy of Fables"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and diverse tradition of fable literature, making it an essential read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or storytelling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162744138
• ISBN13: 9781162744131
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 556 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7