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Ratings: ★★★★★ (4.8/5)
Genre: Fables / Folklore / Children’s Classics / Mythology / Ancient Literature

Book Review:
Aesop’s Fables are among the oldest and most beloved stories in the world. Written down in the 6th century BC (though likely much older), these short tales use animals — foxes, lions, ants, tortoises, hares — as characters to teach simple but profound moral lessons. Who can forget “The Tortoise and the Hare” (slow and steady wins the race), “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” (liars are not believed even when they tell the truth), or “The Fox and the Grapes” (it’s easy to despise what you cannot have)? S. A. Handford’s translation captures the wit and wisdom of the original. This Penguin Classics edition is perfect for children, parents, and anyone interested in the roots of storytelling. A book to keep for a lifetime.