Author: Aesop
Narrator: Madeline Walton-Hadlock
Unabridged: 3 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: LibraryCall
Published: 04/16/2024
Categories: Children's Fiction
Aesop (620–560 BC) has been known in history and in legend since the sixth century BC, or earlier, as a gifted Greek storyteller and the author of the world’s best-known collection of fables. A Phrygian slave, there is speculation that he was freed as a result of his wit. Though little is known about his life, his remarkable wisdom regarding human nature, conveyed through his fables, has brought him great renown.
Town (or City, depending on the version) visits their poor cousin, Country Mouse. Country Mouse is hospitable, but their food is plain, which Town Mouse does not like. However, Country Mouse's dwelling, however plain it might be, is safe and relatively comfortable. Next day, Town Mouse invites Countr......more
incredible storytelling and an invaluable lesson shared at the end. recommend to everyone who likes mice or likes a good book......more
Thinking about this book brings me right back to my childhood. Aesop Fables were always a favourite of mine when I was in Primary School. The book tells the story of a town mouse who pays a visit to his friend in the country. The country mouse enjoys a simply way of living however the town mouse enjo......more
I have arranged my takeaway thoughts into a haiku: "Life's spices vary, One palate can hardly taste Notes that please others." Moral: Everyone has their own idea of what makes for good living.......more