
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 12
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In his final book of fables, Jean de La Fontaine delivers a series of 27 verse tales that explore the complexities of human nature and society. Through the use of animal characters and witty observations, La Fontaine offers a timeless commentary on the follies and virtues of humanity. While these fables may be longer and more didactic than his earlier works, they are no less incisive or entertaining. They stand as a testament to the enduring power of La Fontaine's storytelling and his ability to capture the essence of human experience.Book Details
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Jean de La Fontaine
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Jean de La Fontaine was a French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is known above all for his Fables, which provided a model for subsequent fabulists across...
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