Addressed to the youth of the British Isles, this collection retells the ancient fables, including the Two Crabs, the Proud Frog and the Ox, and the Stag Looking into the Water, along with later fables in the same spirit. Each short tale is followed by an earnest reflection on honesty, industry, gratitude and good conduct, in the manner of its time.
Known for Thomas Bewick’s wood engravings, a handsome edition for lovers of fables and the history of the illustrated book. Download the free EPUB.