Aesop's Fables, edited by Jack Zipes, is a timeless collection of over 200 classic moral tales featuring animals as main characters. This Signet Classics edition includes beloved stories like 'The Fox and the Grapes' and 'The Country Mouse and the City Mouse' that have entertained and educated readers for generations. Key features: • Contains over 200 famous fables • Edited with afterword by renowned scholar Jack Zipes • Includes introduction by Sam Pickering • Features classic stories like 'The Fox and the Grapes' • Part of the respected Signet Classics series • Timeless moral lessons through animal characters Aesop's Fables are short stories that use animals to illustrate moral lessons and human wisdom. These tales originated in ancient Greece and have been translated and adapted countless times over centuries. This edition brings together the most famous and beloved fables in an accessible format, making it perfect for both children and adults. The stories combine entertainment with ethical teachings that remain relevant today.