Aesop's Fables: A New Translation by Robin Waterfield, Aesop

Aesop's Fables: A New Translation

Robin Waterfield, Aesop

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From a renowned scholar and translator, the definitive translation of Aesop’s FablesAesop’s fables are among the most familiar and best-loved stories in the world. Tales like “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Dog in the Manger,” and “Sour Grapes” ...

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Moods

reflective 66%
lighthearted 49%
informative 39%
adventurous 29%
funny 29%
inspiring 26%
relaxing 16%
dark 12%
challenging 9%
hopeful 7%
mysterious 5%
sad 4%
emotional 3%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 25%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

N/A: 39% | A mix: 24% | Character: 23% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

N/A: 41% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 36% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 21% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 52% | N/A: 25% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 70% | N/A: 18% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 2%

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