Aesop's Fables - illustrations by Arthur Rackham

Aesop's Fables endure as a masterpiece of human insight, now brought to life through the exquisite translation of V.S. Vernon Jones and the transcendent illustrations of Arthur Rackham. These ancient stories—each a microcosm of human nature distilled into brief, extraordinary narratives—speak as powerfully today as they did thousands of years ago. From the cunning fox to the proud lion, from the industrious ant to the leisurely grasshopper, Aesop populates his tales with animals that are mirrors of human virtue and vice. Each fable is a perfectly crafted gem of moral philosophy, revealing profound truths about ambition, pride, kindness, and deceit through deceptively simple storytelling. Vernon Jones's translation captures the crisp, direct language of the original tales, preserving their essential clarity and wit. Complementing the text, Arthur Rackham's incomparable illustrations transform these stories into visual poetry—his intricate, evocative watercolors and pen-and-ink drawings breathe remarkable life into Aesop's characters, adding layers of emotion and nuance to each narrative. - Aesop's Fables: A New Translation by V.S. Vernon Jones with an Introduction by G.K. Chesterton, and Illustrations by Arthur Rackham Printed 1979, Pan Books Ltd, in association with William Heinemann Ltd. Softcover. Approx 7x8.5in. 158pp. In fair vintage condition. It's a little worn, but I think that's part of the charm. Love, love, love these classic Rackham illustrations.