The McElderry book of Aesop's fables

Description

Ancient Aesop swings into the twenty-first century in this bright new collection of twenty-one favorite fables. Here are all the classic tales: the greedy dog who loses his bone to his own reflection in the water; the little mouse who pays back the grand lion in a big, big way; and the shepherd's son who thinks it's a good joke to cry "Wolf!" just to see the villagers come running. And, of course, there's that arrogant hare and his racing partner, the slow but steady tortoise. Michael Morpurgo's lively language gives each tale a fresh feel that's perfect for reading aloud and sharing. Emma Chichester Clark's radiant illustrations are bursting with bold colors and cheerful characters. Together they have created a modern clasic brimming with fun, which children will enjoy reading and laughing over again and again. - Jacket flap.

Description

Retellings of twenty-one classic Aesop fables, including "The Hare and the Tortoise" and "Belling the Cat," in updated language.

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• Adaptations

Other Editions

• The McElderry book of Aesop's fablesHardcoverMargaret K. McElderry Books2005-01-01
• Minhas Fábulas De EsopoHardcoverCompanhia das Letrinhas2010-11-13
• Chwedlau AesopCarreg Gwalch2013-01-01