La Fontaine, Jean de 1621-1695 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Tales and Novels of J. de La Fontaine — Volume 06" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of stories written during the 17th century. The book explores themes of love, jealousy, and human folly through witty tales that often highlight moral lessons. It reflects La Fontaine's mastery in fables, where animals or supernatural elements often serve to illustrate the complexities of human behavior. One of the prominent tales in this volume is "The Magick Cup," which centers on a husband named Damon who is consumed by jealousy and suspicion regarding his wife, Calista. His anxieties lead him to a powerful enchantress, Neria, who offers him a magical cup that reveals whether a husband is a cuckold. The narrative unfolds as Damon’s insecurity spirals out of control despite the charm’s assurance, leading to comedic yet tragic consequences. Many husbands, similarly fearful, seek to determine their wives' fidelity through the cup, highlighting the absurdity of their paranoia. Ultimately, the tale serves as a cautionary reflection on trust, fidelity, and the irrational tendencies of jealousy in relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The Magick Cup. Release date is 2004-03-01 This eBook was produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified French poetry -- Translations into English Fables, French -- Translations into English PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5280 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5280 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133136.0 5280