La Fontaine

La Fontaine: And Other French Fabulists (1882) is a book written by William Lucas Collins that explores the works of French fabulists. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the life and works of Jean de La Fontaine, a well-known fabulist who is best known for his collection of fables titled ''Fables Choisies, Mises en Vers.'' The second part of the book examines the works of other French fabulists, including Marie de France, Eustache Deschamps, and Antoine Houdar de la Motte.The book provides a detailed analysis of the fables written by these authors, examining the themes, characters, and moral messages conveyed in their works. It also explores the historical and cultural context in which these fables were written, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the social and political issues of the time.Overall, La Fontaine: And Other French Fabulists is a comprehensive guide to the world of French fables, providing readers with an in-depth look at the works of some of the most influential writers in the genre. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature, French culture, or the art of storytelling.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.