“Every man for himself.”
Quote by Aesop
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Aesop's Fables: A New Version
This book presents a fresh interpretation of Aesop's timeless fables, offering readers a modern perspective on these ancient stories of moral lessons and animal characters. more
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Aesop
Aesop, born around 620 BC and died around 564 BC, was a renowned Greek fabulist. His life remains shrouded in mystery, with accounts suggesting he was born in Ionia and later became a slave. Aesop is famous for his concise and profound fables, which have been widely celebrated and continue to influence literature and moral education to this day. more
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