Aesop, in Rhyme: Old Friends in a New Dress

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Aesop, in Rhyme: Old Friends in a New Dress

by Aesop, Marmaduke Park

EN·~2 hours

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Description

A fresh, lyrical take on timeless fables invites listeners into a world where wolves converse with well‑fed dogs and humble herdsmen outwit daring thieves. Each tale is rendered in playful rhyme, turning familiar characters into charming new voices while preserving the gentle wisdom that has endured for centuries. The verses flow with a cheerful cadence, making the moral lessons feel like friendly advice shared over a fireside chat.

Beyond the clever wordplay, the collection captures the spirit of Aesop’s original teachings—encouraging reflection on envy, generosity, and the consequences of careless actions. Listeners will enjoy the vivid scenes of mischievous boys at the pond, a proud cock discovering a glittering gem, and other lively encounters that sparkle with humor and heart. Perfect for a quiet afternoon or a family gathering, these rhymed stories bring classic morals to life in a delightfully accessible form.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (123K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Edwards, Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The University of Florida, The Internet Archive/Children's Library)

Release date

2007-04-19

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the authors

Aesop

Aesop

Best known as the legendary source behind Aesop’s Fables, this ancient Greek storyteller has shaped moral storytelling for centuries. Even though very little can be known for certain about his life, the tales linked to him remain some of the most enduring in world literature.

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Marmaduke Park

Best known for turning classic fables and adventure tales into lively verse and prose for young readers, this mid-19th-century American writer has a knack for making old stories feel brisk and approachable. The work is simple, direct, and clearly aimed at entertaining while teaching a gentle lesson.

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