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Aesop'S Fables: With A Life Of Aesop (Studies In Romance Languages),New
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In 1489 Johan Hurus printed the first collection of fables in Spain, Lavida del Ysopetconsusfabulas hystoriadas. Illustrated with nearly 200 woodcuts, this work quickly became the mostread book in Spain, beloved of both children and adults. Reprinted many times in the next three centuries and carried to the New World, it brought to Spanish letters a cornucopia of Aesopic fables, oriental apologues, and folktales that were borrowed by such writers as Cervantes, Lope de Vega, and especially the fabulists Iriarte and Samaniego. John Keller and Clark Keating now present the first English translation of this important literary work.The Latin and German lineage of La vida was significant, for it placed Spain in the mainstream of European fable lore. The highly fictitious life of Aesop, the misshapen Greek slave who reached the highest social level, contributed to the development of medieval romance and the picaresque novel. The book is thus important to students of comparative literature, literary history, and the development of the Spanish language.Of equal value are the woodcuts, which depict the daily life of medieval Europe and contribute to a better understanding of fifteenthcentury art history, bookmaking, natural history, and the visualization of narrative. La vida del Ysopet thus constitutes one of the finest concordances of text and illustration in European literary history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main content of Aesop's Fables: With a Life of Aesop? A: The book features a collection of Aesop's fables along with a fictional biography of Aesop himself, highlighting his life as a Greek slave and his influence on literature.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: Aesop's Fables: With a Life of Aesop has a total of 256 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: Yes, this book is suitable for children as it includes classic fables that are entertaining and educational for young readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of Aesop's Fables is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: Who are the authors or translators of this edition? A: The book is translated and presented by John Keller and Clark Keating.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of Aesop's Fables was published on April 22, 1993.
- Q: What makes this edition unique? A: This edition is unique as it includes the first English translation of a significant Spanish collection of fables along with nearly 200 woodcuts illustrating the text.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: Are the illustrations included in this edition? A: Yes, the book includes nearly 200 woodcuts that enhance the storytelling and provide a visual context for the fables.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: Aesop's Fables: With a Life of Aesop falls under the category of Medieval literature.