The History Of Reynard The Fox

By William Caxton, William John Thoms, Percy Society

Book Overview

The History of Reynard the Fox is a medieval fable that tells the story of Reynard, a cunning and sly fox who outwits his enemies through his wit and trickery. The book was written by William Caxton, an English merchant, printer, and translator, in the late 15th century. The story follows Reynard as he navigates his way through various challenges, including trying to avoid punishment for his crimes and trying to gain power and influence in the animal kingdom. The book is filled with colorful characters, including Reynard's adversaries, the wolf and the bear, and his allies, the badger and the hare. The story is a classic example of medieval literature and is known for its humor, satire, and social commentary. It has been translated into many languages and has been adapted into various forms of media, including plays, operas, and cartoons. Overall, The History of Reynard the Fox is a timeless tale that continues to entertain and inspire readers of all ages.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: 143252951X
• ISBN13: 9781432529512
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"