J. La Fontaine — Fables de J. La Fontaine

Paris , Charpentier , 1851. Leather. A collection of fables adapted into French verse by by Jean de La Fontaine. The 1851 edition. A collection of fables from the west and east adapted into French free verse by Jean de La Fontaine. Considered as French classics these tales explore moral issues. Diversity is at the centre of this collection. Originally written for adults they have been popular with children's education. Moral issues are at the centre which make them ideal for children. These fables continue to be popular today and have been termed a French classic. Bound in a half calf binding. Externally sound with slight rubbing to the boards and spine resulting in loss. Front hinge slightly strained but firm. Internally firmly bound. The odd spot throughout. Pages generally bright and clean. The occasional pencil annotation. A contemporary gift inscription to the second leaf. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .