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THE BABY’S OWN ÆSOP - BEING THE FABLES CONDENSED IN RHYME WITH PORTABLE MORALS PICTORIALLY POINTED BY - WALTER CRANE - ENGRAVED & PRINTED IN COLOURS BY EDMUND EVANS
PREFACE
ÆSOP’S FABLES
THE FOX & THE GRAPES
THE COCK & THE PEARL
THE WOLF AND THE LAMB
THE WIND & THE SUN
KING LOG & KING STORK
THE FRIGHTENED LION
A charming anthology gathers dozens of classic fables, each carefully reshaped into short, sing‑song verses. The rhythmic language makes every story feel like a lullaby, while the gentle rhymes keep young ears attentive. Hand‑drawn illustrations by a renowned artist add a splash of colour that brings the animal characters to life.
From a prideful fox lamenting unattainable grapes to a clever crow discovering the value of honesty, each tale offers a tidy, portable moral. The collection balances humor with wisdom, presenting timeless lessons about pride, generosity, and prudence in a way that feels both familiar and fresh. Listeners will enjoy the vivid scenes and the subtle encouragement to think about right and wrong long after the rhyme ends.
Language
en
Duration
~20 minutes (19K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-05-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1845–1915
A leading figure in Victorian illustration, his books helped shape the look of children's publishing while his designs carried the spirit of the Arts and Crafts movement. He brought the same energy to painting, decoration, and public causes, making art feel both beautiful and purposeful.
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Best known as the figure behind Aesop’s Fables, this legendary ancient storyteller has shaped the way generations learn through short, memorable tales. The stories linked to him are simple on the surface, but their wit and moral bite have made them endure for centuries.
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by Aesop, Robert Dodsley

by Walter Crane

by Walter Crane

by Walter Crane

by Walter Crane

by Walter Crane

by Walter Crane