Publisher's Synopsis
The Fables of Avianus is a collection of ancient Roman fables that were compiled by a poet named Avianus in the 4th century AD. The book contains 42 fables, each with a moral lesson, and is written in Latin. The stories feature a variety of animals and mythical creatures, such as lions, mice, foxes, and centaurs, and explore themes such as the consequences of greed, the importance of honesty, and the dangers of pride. The fables are written in verse and are accompanied by illustrations. This edition of the book was translated into English by Robert Thomson and was first published in 1887. It remains a popular choice for those interested in ancient Roman literature and fables.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
