The Cat's Bell -- The Lion and the Mouse -- The Wolf and the Dog -- The Goose That Laid the Golden Eggs -- The Fox and the Stork -- The Tortoise and the Hare -- The Frogs That Wanted a King -- The Jay and the Peacocks.
Summary:
This collection of eight fables brings Ancient Greece to life. The stories are retold with introductions that tell the reader all about Aesop's life as a slave and a storyteller, and explain the inspiration that lies behind his best-loved tales. Glorious illustrations by Richard Johnson complement Saviour Pirotta's warm and lively style, making this a collection to treasure. It includes stories such as: "The Cat's Bell"; "The Dog and the Wolf"; "The Lion and the Mouse"; "The Goose who Laid the Golden Egg"; "The Fox and the Crane"; "The Tortoise and the Hare"; "The Frogs who Asked for a King"; and "The Jay and the Peacocks".
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