Weir, Harrison 1824-1906 creator text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Favourite Fables in Prose and Verse" by Harrison Weir is a collection of fables written in the late 19th century. This compilation includes a series of moral tales, drawing on the classic tradition of fable storytelling, featuring various animals that teach valuable life lessons through their encounters and misadventures. Each fable is accompanied by illustrations, enriching the experience for younger readers and allowing for an engaging exploration of common ethical themes. The opening of the collection introduces readers to several fables, beginning with "The Fox and the Goat," where a cunning fox tricks a naive goat into jumping into a well, only to escape on his own. This is followed by tales like "The Frog and the Ox," showcasing the folly of envy and ambition. Each story ends with a moral, such as "A rogue will give up the best friend he has to get out of a scrape," emphasizing the importance of discernment and trust. The initial chapters establish the whimsical yet instructive tone of the book, making it a timeless resource for teaching children about morality and wise living. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-05-15 Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works in the International Children's Digital Library.) Originally published: London: Griffith and Farran,, 1870 Fables PZ London: Griffith and Farran,, 1870 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21446 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21446 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133508.0 21446