The Complete Fables by Aesop

The Complete Fables

Aesop with Olivia Temple (Translator), Robert Temple (Translator)

262 pages first pub -560 (editions)

fiction childrens classics short stories adventurous informative fast-paced
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'Many people are not in the least disturbed at the harm that befalls them, provided they can see their enemies' downfall first' In a series of pithy, amusing vignettes, Aesop created a vivid cast of characters to demonstrate different aspects of h...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,771 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
lighthearted 48%
informative 39%
adventurous 30%
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: 38% | Character: 24% | A mix: 24% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

N/A: 42% | 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: 53% | 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%

Average rating

3.83

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