Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 21 by Jean de La Fontaine

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Author La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695
Title Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 21
Note Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The Spectacles -- The Bucking Tub -- The Impossible Thing.
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 21" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of whimsical fables and short stories written in the 17th century, during the early modern period. The book explores various themes such as love, morality, and human folly through witty and often humorous narratives. La Fontaine, known for his fables, uses anthropomorphism and satire to communicate moral lessons while entertaining his readers. In this volume, the collection features three notable tales: "The Spectacles," "The Bucking Tub," and "The Impossible Thing." "The Spectacles" tells the story of a young man disguised as a nun, who creates chaos within a convent, leading to a humorous and scandalous outcome. In "The Bucking Tub," a couple engages in a comical escapade where a lover is hidden from an unsuspecting husband, leading to playful misunderstandings. Lastly, "The Impossible Thing" revolves around a deal with a devil that highlights the futility of trying to manipulate love. Each story cleverly critiques societal norms and human relationships, revealing La Fontaine's keen insight into the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French poetry -- Translations into English
Subject Fables, French -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 5295
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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