The Fabled Life of Aesop

The Fabled Life of Aesop
Author: Ian Lendler
Publisher: HMH Books For Young Readers
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2020
Genre: Aesop's fables
ISBN: 1328585522

Illustrated by two-time Caldecott Honor winner Pamela Zagarenski, this is the only picture book not only tells the story of Aesop but includes his most child-friendly fables.

Aesop's Fables

Aesop's Fables
Author: Aesop
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions
Total Pages: 210
Release: 1994
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781853261282

A collection of animal fables told by the Greek slave Aesop.

Aesop's Fables

Aesop's Fables
Author: Aesop
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2023-08-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"Aesop's Fables" by Aesop is a timeless collection of short stories and allegorical tales that impart valuable moral lessons through the actions and interactions of animals, mythical creatures, and humans. Spanning centuries and cultures, "Aesop's Fables" compiles a rich array of narratives, each serving as a vehicle for conveying essential truths and insights about human nature, ethics, and wisdom. These fables have endured the test of time due to their universal themes and the enduring relevance of the lessons they impart. The stories within "Aesop's Fables" often feature anthropomorphic characters, animals that possess human-like qualities and behaviors, which serve as relatable conduits for addressing complex concepts. Through their actions, dialogue, and interactions, these characters illustrate virtues such as honesty, kindness, humility, prudence, and the consequences of vices like greed, arrogance, and deceit. Each fable is typically concise and focused, presenting a specific situation or scenario that encapsulates a broader lesson. The moral of the story is often explicitly stated at the conclusion, providing clarity and guidance to readers of all ages. These morals serve as thought-provoking takeaways that encourage reflection on one's own actions and choices. "Aesop's Fables" not only entertain with their engaging narratives but also provoke contemplation about ethical dilemmas and the complexities of human behavior. By presenting moral dilemmas and their resolutions in a compact and accessible format, the fables encourage readers to consider the implications of their decisions and actions, thereby fostering personal growth and moral development. Through its enduring popularity and impact on literature, "Aesop's Fables" has become a cornerstone of moral education and storytelling. The collection's timeless wisdom continues to inspire readers of all generations to reflect on their values, make virtuous choices, and navigate the intricate landscape of human interactions.

Aesop’s Animals

Aesop’s Animals
Author: Jo Wimpenny
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2021-09-02
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1472966937

Despite originating more than two-and-a-half thousand years ago, Aesop's Fables are still passed on from parent to child, and are embedded in our collective consciousness. The morals we have learned from these tales continue to inform our judgements, but have the stories also informed how we regard their animal protagonists? If so, is there any truth behind the stereotypes? Are wolves deceptive villains? Are crows insightful geniuses? And could a tortoise really beat a hare in a race? In Aesop's Animals, zoologist Jo Wimpenny turns a critical eye to the fables to discover whether there is any scientific truth to Aesop's portrayal of the animal kingdom. She brings the tales into the twenty-first century, introducing the latest findings on some of the most fascinating branches of ethological research – the study of why animals do the things they do. In each chapter she interrogates a classic fable and a different topic – future planning, tool use, self-recognition, cooperation and deception – concluding with a verdict on the veracity of each fable's portrayal from a scientific perspective. By sifting fact from fiction in one of the most beloved texts of our culture, Aesop's Animals explores and challenges our preconceived notions about animals, the way they behave, and the roles we both play in our shared world.

Red Sings from Treetops

Red Sings from Treetops
Author: Joyce Sidman
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2009-04-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0547562136

Includes a reader's guide and an author's note.

The Aesop for Children

The Aesop for Children
Author: Aesop
Publisher:
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1919
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

One hundred twenty-six best-loved fables of Aesop.

The Boy who Cried Wolf

The Boy who Cried Wolf
Author:
Publisher: Crabtree Classics
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Boys
ISBN: 9780778778905

A boy tending sheep on a lonely mountainside thinks it a fine joke to cry "wolf" and watch the people come running, until the day a wolf is really there and no one answers his call. Includes a word puzzle and reading tips for parents.

The Art of Manliness: Manvotionals

The Art of Manliness: Manvotionals
Author: Brett McKay
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2011-09-06
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1440312044

What Makes a Man, a Man? For centuries, being a man meant living a life of virtue and excellence. But then, through time, the art of manliness was lost. Now, after decades of excess and aimless drift, men are looking for something to help them live an authentic, manly life--a primer that can give their life real direction and purpose. This book holds the answers. To master the art of manliness, a man must live the seven manly virtues: Manliness, Courage, Industry, Resolution, Self-Reliance, Discipline, Honor. Each chapter covers one of the seven virtues and is packed with the best classic advice ever written down for men. From the philosophy of Aristotle to the speeches and essays of Theodore Roosevelt, these pages contain the manly wisdom of the ages--poems, quotes, and essays that will inspire you to live life to the fullest and realize your complete potential. Learn the art. Change your life. Become a man.

An Undone Fairy Tale

An Undone Fairy Tale
Author: Ian Lendler
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780689866777

Now, Ned and I admire how well you read. But the story will be ruined if you turn the page right now. So please don't. A beautiful pie-making princess is trapped in a tower. Can Sir Wilbur rescue her? And more importantly, can he do it while wearing a tutu? He's going to try! But if you read the story too quickly, Ned won't be able to make the pictures or costumes in time. And happily-ever-after may start to go a bit haywire. Join Ian Lendler and Whitney Martin for a fairy tale that takes off into hilarious uncharted territory -- all because you won't slow down!