| Author |
La Fontaine, Jean de, 1621-1695 |
| Title |
Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 02
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The Cudgelled and Contented Cuckold -- The Husband Confessor -- The Cobbler -- The Peasant and His Angry Lord.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 02" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of fables and short narratives written in the 17th century. This work exemplifies the classic elements of French literature from the early modern period, focusing on moral lessons and human behavior through clever storytelling. The likely topics covered in this volume include themes of love, deception, and social critique, presented with wit and humor characteristic of La Fontaine's style. The book comprises several stories that explore relationships, infidelity, and the follies of both the nobility and common folk. For instance, in "The Cudgelled and Contented Cuckold," a young man becomes infatuated with a noblewoman and devises a plan to gain her affections, only to be the victim of his own naivety. "The Husband-Confessor" tells of a knight who, in his absence, discovers his wife's infidelity in a revealing confession. "The Cobbler" illustrates the cleverness of a cobbler and his wife as they navigate a tricky financial situation with the help of deceit. Finally, "The Peasant and His Angry Lord" depicts the trials of a humble peasant who must endure harsh punishments from his lord, ultimately leading to a humorous resolution that highlights the power dynamics between the two. Overall, La Fontaine's second volume combines morality with entertainment, making it a delightful read for those interested in fables and moralistic tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
French poetry -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Fables, French -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5276 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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