“You've tried to reform what will not learn. Shut doors on traits that you wish were dead; They will open a window and return.”
Quote by Jean de La Fontaine
Work
The Fables of La Fontaine
The Fables of La Fontaine is a renowned collection of French fables, originally published in the 17th century. Composed by Jean de La Fontaine, these tales are celebrated for their elegance, moral insights, and the use of animal characters to convey human virtues and vices. The book features a variety of fables, each with a distinct moral lesson, and has had a significant influence on Western literature. more
Author
Jean de La Fontaine
Jean de La Fontaine, a French poet, was born on July 8, 1621, and died on April 13, 1695. He is one of the representatives of French classical literature and is known for his fable poems. more
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