Publisher's Synopsis
The Fables of Phaedrus is a book that contains two volumes, namely Books 1 and 2, and was written by the Roman poet Phaedrus. The book is a collection of fables, which are short stories that convey moral lessons or teachings through the use of animals or inanimate objects as characters. Phaedrus' fables are known for their wit, humor, and satirical tone, and they were written in Latin during the 1st century AD.The first volume of the book contains 50 fables, while the second volume contains an additional 50 fables. Each fable is accompanied by a vocabulary section, which provides definitions and translations of difficult words and phrases. This makes the book a useful tool for students of Latin who are looking to improve their vocabulary and comprehension skills.The fables themselves cover a wide range of topics, including greed, dishonesty, pride, and the dangers of gossip. They are often told from the perspective of animals or objects, such as a wolf and a lamb, a fox and grapes, and a crow and a cheese. The stories are designed to be entertaining and engaging, while also providing readers with valuable insights into human behavior and morality.Overall, The Fables of Phaedrus is a classic work of literature that has been enjoyed by readers for centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Latin literature, fables, or moral teachings.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.
