The Fables of Phædrus

In «The Fables of Ph√¶drus,» the Roman poet Phaedrus revisits the timeless tradition of fable writing, drawing extensively from Aesop'Äôs narratives while infusing his works with a sharp satirical edge reflective of the societal and political dynamics of ancient Rome. Phaedrus employs a concise and elegant literary style characterized by vivid imagery and moral clarity, inviting readers to confront the follies and virtues of human nature through the lens of anthropomorphized animals. His fables address themes such as justice, cunning, and the moral implications of human behavior within a framework... Edasi