Davidb's Books Page #5
Here's the list of books submitted by davidb — There are currently 607 books total — keep up the great work!
 | The Mule That Boasted of His Family The Mule That Boasted of His Family is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that teaches the important lesson of humility and knowing one's place. The story follows a haughty mule who endlessly brags about his horse father's noble achievements and ignores the fact that his mother is a mere donkey. When... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Fox, the Monkey, and the Other Animals "The Fox, the Monkey, and the Other Animals" is a classic collection of narrative poems and tales by Jean de La Fontaine. The French author spins delightful and charming stories around characters from the animal kingdom, primarily the cunning fox and the witty monkey, using these animal personas ... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Cockerel, the Cat, and the Little Rat "The Cockerel, the Cat, and the Little Rat" by Jean de La Fontaine is a delightful piece of classic children's literature. The book tells the story of a cockerel, a cat, and a rat living together in harmony, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and friendship. As they navigate various advent... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Stag Viewing Himself in the Stream "The Stag Viewing Himself in the Stream" is a collection of fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. These parables teem with animals presented with human characters and virtues, ranging from the wise to the foolish, the vain to the humble. The stories deliver profound moral and philosophical messa... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "Jupiter and the Farmer" is a morals-based fable that explores themes of justice and integrity. A farmer, unhappy with Jupiter's judgement, challenges him, leading to a series of decisions that put the farmer's wisdom to the test. The story examines the farmer's courage and character, offering le... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Bear and the Two Friends" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of friendship and loyalty. The narrative revolves around two friends who bump into a bear while walking in the forest. When one friend selfishly leaves the other alone to confront the bear, a unique fable unfold... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Lion and the Hunter by Jean de La Fontaine is a fable that showcases the competing narratives of truth between the oppressor and the oppressed, represented by a lion and a hunter. The story encourages thoughtful reflection on how power dynamics can alter and control the narrative or perceptio... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Shepherd and the Lion" is a fable from Jean de La Fontaine's collection of stories, illustrating moral lessons through the interactions of animals. In this tale, he teaches the reader about the dangers of making false accusations and the consequences of deceit. The shepherd falsely accuses a... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Eagle and the Owl" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that is part of his collection of tales. This story portrays the unlikely friendship between an eagle and an owl, emphasizing the themes of unlikely alliances, cynicism, tolerance, and understanding. Each character's traits are deeply expl... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Ass in the Lion's Skin is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the theme of deceit and its consequences. The story follows an ass who, donning a lion's skin, fools various animals into thinking he is a fearsome lion. However, his true identity is eventually revealed, leading to his do... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Lion Going to War" is one of the fables collected in the classic collection by French author Jean de La Fontaine. The story involves a Lion King who decides to declare war on the other animals, embodying the absolute power of a ruler. However, as the story evolves, the king realizes the impo... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Stag and the Vine" is a short fable by Jean de La Fontaine that highlights the themes of deception and gratitude. The story follows a stag, who, after being pursued by hunters, seeks refuge in the dense foliage of a vine. Hidden by the vine leaves, the stag evades the hunters. In his relief ... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Hare the Partridge" is a collection of fables written by Jean de la Fontaine that delivers messages about morality and human nature. It centers around the life of a hare and a partridge, examining their character traits and the dynamics of their interactions. Through their stories, the autho... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Serpent and the File" is an illustrated version of the fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The storyline presents a snake that sets out to bite a file. The file informs the snake that it would get no food from him, as he is known to feed on neither the soft nor the hard. The tale is a metaphorical... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Ass That Carried the Relics "The Ass That Carried the Relics" is a tale adapted by renowned fable writer Jean de La Fontaine. It tells the story of an ass carrying the relics of saints. As he journeys along, the ass misinterprets the people's display of respect toward the relics he carries as respect for himself instead. Th... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Hen with the Golden Eggs" by Jean de La Fontaine is a moral tale about a farmer who owns a hen that lays golden eggs. Instead of patiently waiting for the hen to lay her eggs each day, the farmer, driven by greed, decides to kill the hen and get all the gold at once. However, when he opens t... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Labouring Man and His Children "The Labouring Man and His Children" is a book by Jean de La Fontaine that tells the story of a hardworking man who, on his deathbed, tells his children that there is a treasure buried in the field. After his death, the children work tirelessly to dig up the field, but find no treasure. Eventuall... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Doctors" is not a book by Jean de La Fontaine. Jean de La Fontaine is a renowned French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is famous for his Fables, which provided a model for the subsequent fabulists across Europe and numerous versions in France, a... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Satyr and the Passer-by" is a collection of fables, allegories, and tales by Jean de La Fontaine. In this work, La Fontaine explores the complex nature of human beings as he weaves narratives that reveal the quirks, flaws, strengths, and dualities of human character. The title story is a par... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Fox with His Tail Cut Off" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that features a fox who lost his tail. In the story, the fox attempts to persuade other foxes that they would be better off without their tails, in a bid to hide his embarrassment and stigmatization. This classic tale humorously ex... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Hare's Ears" is a classic fable by Jean de La Fontaine which addresses pride, humility, and the courage to be true to oneself, even in the face of ridicule or rejection. The story revolves around a lion, the king of the jungle, who is made insecure by the long ears of his friend, the hare. F... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Earthen Pot and the Iron Pot "The Earthen Pot and the Iron Pot" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the tragic consequences of unequal relationships. The story presents an earthen pot and an iron pot trying to navigate their relationship, with the latter being stronger and the former fragile. Despite the iron pot... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "Fortune and the Little Child" is a collection of poetic stories by Jean de La Fontaine. The stories commonly feature animals as characters who learn life lessons about morality, luck, wisdom, and human nature. These tales teach about the unpredictability of life's circumstances, emphasizing the ... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Mountain in Labour" is a part of the collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine. It is a brief tale that uses animals to portray human follies and lessons. In this fable, a mountain is depicted as being in labour, causing great alarm among the people. When it finally gives birth, it only pr... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Oracle and the Impious Man The Oracle and the Impious Man is a story by Jean de La Fontaine that works to convey a moral lesson about the dangers of skepticism. In the tale, an impious or disrespectful man doubts the legitimacy of an oracle, challenging its predictions and the local population's faith in its truth. However... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Old Man and His Children" is a moral fable by Jean de La Fontaine that was included in his collection of tales named Fables. The story revolves around an old man living with his sons who constantly bicker with each other. On his deathbed, he comes up with a unique way to show them the streng... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Saying of Socrates is a thoughtful compilation of the renowned philosopher's teachings, philosophies, and dialogues. French writer Jean de La Fontaine explores the profound ideology of Socrates, presenting it in digestible segments. The principles of ethics, morality, self-knowledge, and trut... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Horse and the Wolf" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of deceit and cunning. In the story, a sly wolf convinces a strong horse that he should allow him to remove a bone lodged in his foot. Once the horse agrees, the wolf devours him, teaching the reader about the dangers... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | "The Fox and the Bust" is a fable written by Jean de La Fontaine. This short tale tells the story of a fox who comes across a bust, an impressive piece of art. The fox praises the bust for its physical appearance, but criticizes it for its lack of mental prowess. Through this allegory, La Fontain... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Horse Wishing to Be Revenged on the Stag "The Horse Wishing to Be Revenged on the Stag" by Jean de La Fontaine is a moralistic fable that tells a tale of retaliation and consequences. The story follows a horse that seeks revenge on a stag that took over his grazing grounds. In his act of revenge, the horse asks a man for help and allows... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Animals Sending a Tribute to Alexander The Animals Sending a Tribute to Alexander is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story centers around the theme of tribute and submission. It depicts animals sending a tribute to Alexander the Great to express their acknowledgement of his superiority. In the tale, each animal presents their most... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
 | The Old Woman and Her Servants The Old Woman and Her Servants is a moral tale by Jean de La Fontaine that revolves around an old woman and her two servants. She treats them harshly, and hence, they decide to play a trick on her. They tell her that a magpie talks ill of her when she is not around. They advise her to kill it to ... | added by davidb 2 months ago |
