About this episode
This episode features the fable 'The Serpent and the Man', highlighting the timeless nature of Aesop's stories and their moral lessons.
Though the exact origins of these timeless fables may be lost to history, they remain inextricably linked to the legendary Greek storyteller Aesop. Each tale unfolds through the engaging interactions of animals, and each concludes with a valuable moral lesson. This special edition, edited and beautifully illustrated by the renowned British engraver Thomas Bewick, opens with a captivating introduction by Larry Wilson that sets the stage for these beloved stories.
Topics covered
- fables
- morals
- storytelling
- Aesop
- animals
- illustration
Keywords
- Aesop
- fables
- morals
- storytelling
- animals
- Thomas Bewick
- illustration
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Thomas Bewick
Books & works: The Serpent and the Man
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