Tales and novels in verse

1884 EXQUISITE Jean de La Fontaine Tales & Novels Contes Eisen Illustrated 2v

Jean de la Fontaine was without question, the most widely read 17th-century fabulist, and perhaps could be rivaled only by Aesop himself. He wrote for what he intended to be a sophisticated French audience; however, his stories provided important lessons on morality for children and adults alike. Many of Fontaine's fables were adapted from those of Aesop and Phaedrus; though he did take liberties to make them his own.

Fontaine's 'Tales' (or 'contes') have not maintained the same popularity as his fables; however, they are no less desirable today. They differ from the fables in that they often contain more sexually explicit content and are not marketed toward a younger audience.

Item number: #11943

Price: $599

FONTAINE, Jean de la

Tales and novels in verse

Paris : J. Lemonnyer, 1884.

Details:

· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes

o Vol. 1 – XIII, 252

o Vol. 2 – X, 334, [2]

o 85 engravings throughout

· Language: English

· Binding: Leather; tight & secure

· Size: ~9in X 6in (23cm x 15cm)

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