The World is Full of Foolish Men

Name: The World is Full of Foolish Men
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241250402
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By Jean de la Fontaine

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

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Jean de la Fontaine's The World is Full of Foolish Men is a clever reinterpretation of classic fables set against a historical backdrop. The book explores human folly and wisdom through a series of interconnected tales that reflect the complexities and idiosyncrasies of human nature. With rich storytelling and insightful commentary, it offers a timeless look at morality and society.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in classic tales that weave wit and wisdom into historical settings. Jean de la Fontaine's storytelling offers a unique blend of allegory and satire, revealing timeless human follies with a clever and entertaining touch.

The World is Full of Foolish Men

Gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

Lions, foxes and cicadas expose the foibles of humanity in these sparkling 17th-century tales from France's greatest fabulist.

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46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946.

The pleasure is twice as sweet
When you cheat a cheat.

The World is Full of Foolish Men by Jean de la Fontaine captures the essence of these timeless words, enticing readers into a world of wit and wisdom.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241250402

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 54g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695) was a French poet whose FABLES rank among the masterpieces of world literature. The first volume appeared when the author was 47. The book includes some 240 poems and timeless stories of countryfolk, heroes from Greek mythology, and familiar beasts from the fables of Aesop.