Davidb's Books
Here's the list of books submitted by davidb — There are currently 1,409 books total — keep up the great work!
The TreasureThe Treasure is a 1904 novel by the Swedish writer Selma Lagerlof. Its original Swedish title is Herr Arnes penningar, which means "Mr. Arne's money". It has also been published... | 77,940 Views added 6 years ago | Rating |
The Boys and the Frogs"The Boys and the Frogs" is a classic fable by Aesop that conveys the message of empathy and consideration for others' feelings. In the story, a group of boys amuse themselves by... | 4,119 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The TrialThe Trial is a novel written by Franz Kafka between 1914 and 1915 and published posthumously on 26 April 1925. One of his best-known works, it tells the story of Josef K., a man... | 1,925 Views added 4 years ago | Rating |
The History of the 33rd Divisional Artillery, in the War, 1914-1918"Yet the record of their actions is their best memorial." Field-Marshal | 1,155 Views added 6 years ago | Rating |
The Raven and the FoxThe Raven and the Fox is a classic French fable by Jean de La Fontaine. This tale of cunning and trickery presents the story of a raven who, despite having outsmarted a whole host... | 1,045 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Death and the Woodcutter"Death and the Woodcutter" is a fable by Jean de la Fontaine that explores various human attitudes towards death. This story depicts a weary and destitute woodcutter who, in a... | 866 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Ashputtel"Ashputtel" by The Brothers Grimm is a classic fairy tale that narrates the story of a young girl who endures hardship and cruelty at the hands of her stepmother and stepsisters.... | 764 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Wolf and the LambThe Wolf and the Lamb is a fable from French poet, Jean de La Fontaine. The story is about a young, innocent lamb who drinks water from a stream, only to be accused by a wolf of... | 726 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Shepherd and the LionThe Shepherd and the Lion is a fable by Aesop that conveys the message of not trusting flattering words or appearances easily. The story revolves around a shepherd who saves a... | 680 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Lily and the Lion"Lily and the Lion" is a classic fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm. The story revolves around a young, brave woman, Lily, who falls in love with a prince that has been... | 657 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Wolf and the Dog"The Wolf and the Dog" is a morality tale by Jean de La Fontaine which illustrates the dangers of envy and desiring what others possess. The story follows the encounter of a lean,... | 532 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Snow-White and Rose-Red"Snow-White and Rose-Red" is a German fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm that tells the story of two little girls living with their mother, a poor widow who had a little cottage... | 486 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Clay"Clay" by James Joyce is not a book itself, but one of the short stories featured in his collection named "Dubliners." The story is about Maria, a middle-aged spinster who works... | 481 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Dove and the Ant"The Dove and the Ant" is a classic tale by French writer Jean de La Fontaine that promotes themes of kindness and reciprocity. The story revolves around an ant, who, after being... | 447 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Anne LisbethAnne Lisbeth is a classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a beautiful young woman who becomes a wet nurse for a Count's child to climb the social ladder. Her own... | 443 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Raven"The Raven" by Brothers Grimm is a fairy tale that tells the story of a queen who gives birth to a son that turns into a raven due to a curse. Her son as a raven flies away, but... | 433 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Pie and the Patty-Pan"The Pie and the Patty-Pan" is a children's story by Beatrix Potter, featuring her anthropomorphic animal characters, Duchess the dog and Ribby the cat. The tale... | 402 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Roly-Poly PuddingThe Roly-Poly Pudding, also known as The Tale of Samuel Whiskers, is a charming children's book by Beatrix Potter. The narrative revolves around the misadventures of a... | 390 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Hercules and the Wagoner"Hercules and the Wagoner" is a moralistic short tale by Aesop. The story depicts a wagoner who, when his cart becomes stuck in a muddy ditch, prays to the mighty... | 365 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
SnowdropSnowdrop is a classic fairytale, known to many as Snow White, by The Brothers Grimm that tells the story of a beautiful young princess named Snowdrop. After her vain and wicked... | 348 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Cock and the Fox"The Cock and the Fox" by Aesop is a classic fable about deceit and wisdom. The story revolves around a rooster who is almost tricked by a cunning fox into becoming his dinner.... | 339 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Tale of Mr. Tod"The Tale of Mr. Tod" by Beatrix Potter is a children's book telling the story of two of her most notorious characters, Mr. Tod the fox and Tommy Brock the badger.... | 330 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Ant and the DoveThe Ant and the Dove is a short fable by Aesop that emphasizes the importance of kindness and how good deeds should never go unnoticed. It tells the story of an ant who was saved... | 314 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Ass and the Load of SaltThe Ass and the Load of Salt is a fable by Aesop about a merchant and his donkey. The donkey stumbles during their journey and discovers by accident that the load of salt he was... | 300 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Fox Without a Tail"The Fox Without a Tail" by Aesop is a timeless fable that imparts a valuable life lesson. The story follows a clever fox who loses his tail in a trap. Embarrassed by his loss, he... | 280 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Hare and the Frogs"The Hare and the Frogs" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that uses animals to deliver a message about perspective and fear. In the story, a frightened hare disturbs a gathering... | 273 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Animals Sick of the Plague"The Animals Sick of the Plague" is one of the famous fables by French poet Jean de La Fontaine. The story focuses on animals, specifically a lion, who become affected by a deadly... | 258 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Little Red-Cap [Little Red Riding Hood]Little Red-Cap, more commonly known as Little Red Riding Hood, is a classic fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm. It tells the tale of a young girl called Little Red Riding Hood,... | 246 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Hansel and Gretel"Hansel and Gretel" by The Brothers Grimm is a traditional fairy tale about a young brother and sister who become lost in the woods. Their wicked stepmother convinces their... | 242 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Old Cat and the Young MouseThe Old Cat and the Young Mouse is a classic fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of wisdom, experience, and cunning. The story involves an old, clever cat who fakes... | 242 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Council Held by the Rats"The Council Held by the Rats" is a book by Jean de La Fontaine depicting one of his most popular fables. In this story, the rats gather to debate how to rid themselves of their... | 241 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two MulesThe Two Mules is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the themes of inequality, power structures, and individual destiny. In the story, two mules are traveling together:... | 230 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |