The Fox and the Grapes
A hungry fox fails to reach ripe grapes and calls them sour rather than admit his disappointment.
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The Fox and the Grapes
A hungry fox fails to reach ripe grapes and calls them sour rather than admit his disappointment.
The Ant and the Grasshopper
A grasshopper sings through summer while an ant stores food, then learns in winter that pleasure needs preparation.
The Lion and the Mouse
A mighty lion spares a little mouse and later learns that even the smallest friend may give great help.
The Wolf and the Lamb
A hungry wolf invents accusations against a lamb, showing how injustice often seeks excuses after it has chosen its victim.
The Ass and the Grasshopper
An ass envies the grasshoppers’ song and copies their diet, only to learn that each creature has its own nature.
The Wolf and the Crane
A crane risks her neck to help a choking wolf, only to learn how little a wicked promise may be worth.
The Father and His Sons
A father uses a bundle of sticks to show his quarrelsome sons that unity gives strength.
The Bat and the Weasels
A bat escapes two weasels by understanding what each enemy hates and answering with quick wit.
The Cock and the Jewel
A cock finds a precious jewel while searching for food, yet he values a grain of barley more than glitter.
The Swallow and the Crow
A swallow and a crow dispute over their feathers, until the crow reminds her that winter tests usefulness.
The Kingdom of the Lion
A lion proclaims peace among all creatures, yet the hare runs away, showing that promises must be trusted before they can comfort the weak.
The Traveler and His Dog
A traveler blames his dog for delaying the journey, but the dog is already waiting for him.
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Andersen Tales
Tender, imaginative tales about wonder and growing up.
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Forest adventures, bravery, and old-world magic.
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Public-domain fables and short tales from Project Gutenberg.
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