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620–564 BCE) was a Greek fabulist and storyteller credited with a number of fables now collectively known as Aesop's Fables.
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Aesop.
| Aesop Αἴσωπος (Aisōpos) | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Greek |
| Genre | Fable |
| Notable works | Number of fables now collectively known as Aesop's Fables |
- Why is Aesop so famous?
- What was Aesop's most famous fable?
- Why is Aesop still important today?
- Who killed Aesop?
Why is Aesop so famous?
Aesop (620–560 bc) Legendary Greek fabulist. He was the reputed creator of numerous short tales about animals, all illustrating human virtues and failings. In fact, the stories are almost certainly written by several people).
What was Aesop's most famous fable?
1. The Tortoise and the Hare: Never Give Up! First on on our list of Life Lessons From Aesop's Fables is the one that everyone knows!
Why is Aesop still important today?
Aesop, a slave and storyteller from ancient Greece, has been credited with hundreds of these moralistic tales. That they capture the essence of living successfully in society — even today — speaks volumes about their worth. Our social rules and expectations haven't changed much in thousands of years.
Who killed Aesop?
Toward the end of his life, Aesop made one fatal error when he offended a whole people — the Delphinians. King Croesus, who was amazed by Aesop's smart wit, sent him to Delphi on a mission. Aesop is said to have been killed by the local priestess for blasphemy, and subsequently, thrown from a cliff for it.
