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La Fontaine, Jean de
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Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 11
Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Preface to The Second Book -- Friar Philip's Geese -- Richard Minutolo.
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"Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 11" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of literary works written during the 17th century. This book features tales that blend morality with humor, using fables and stories to critique societal norms and human behavior, a hallmark of La Fontaine's style. The content typically includes themes of love, folly, and the nature of human relationships, rendered through a playful and engaging narrative. The volume contains multiple tales, including "Friar Philip's Geese" and "Richard Minutolo." In "Friar Philip's Geese," the narrative centers around a young man raised in isolation by his hermit father, who is shielded from the complexities of love and society. Once exposed to the outside world, he becomes enamored with a woman, leading to comedic and revealing insights about love and desire. Meanwhile, "Richard Minutolo" unfolds the romantic intrigues and deceptions among characters in Naples, showcasing a gallant youth’s attempts to seduce a beautiful lady, leading to misunderstandings and witty repartee. Both tales encapsulate La Fontaine's ability to intertwine lighthearted storytelling with deeper moral reflections, making them compelling reads. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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French poetry -- Translations into English
Fables, French -- Translations into English
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