The history of the fable likely does not originate with Aesop; however it is with him that we associate the fable's most ancient of known origins. Little is actually known of the life of Aesop. According to the historical accounts of ...

This classic collection of Aesop's timeless tales will delight listeners of all ages. The stories included are: The Hare and the Tortoise- narrated by Richard Briers; The Frogs and the Ox- narrated by Jane Horrocks; The Fox and the Cr...

Aesop, an ancient Greek poet who was sold into slavery in the early sixth century B.C, relied on animal stories to convey his key points to his masters in court. AESOP'S FABLES are now classic, memorable morality plays in which amusin...

The fables of Aesop have become one of the most enduring traditions of European culture, ever since they were first written down nearly two millennia ago. Aesop was reputedly a tongue-tied slave who miraculously received the power of ...