Mythological Fables

Mythological Fables

John Dryden

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
Materia
Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9781428663558
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Mythological Fables: Prepared Expressly For The Use Of Youth is a collection of fables written by the renowned English poet, John Dryden. The book is specifically designed for young readers and aims to introduce them to the world of mythology through entertaining and educational stories. The fables are based on popular myths and legends from ancient Greece and Rome, and each story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the gods and goddesses of mythology, the second part on heroes and heroines, and the third part on moral lessons and virtues. The language used in the book is simple and easy to understand, making it an ideal choice for children who are just starting to explore the world of literature. Overall, Mythological Fables is a delightful book that combines entertainment and education in a way that is sure to captivate young readers.A Selection Of Mythological Fables From The Metamorphoses Of Ovid And Other Authors Translated By Dryden, Pope, Congreve, Addison, And Others.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.

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