Fables and Epigrams: With Essays on Fable and Epigram (1825)

Fables and Epigrams: With Essays on Fable and Epigram is a book written by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing and published in 1825. The book is a collection of fables and epigrams, which are short stories and poems that convey a moral or lesson. The fables and epigrams in this book are written in a variety of styles and cover a wide range of topics, from love and friendship to politics and morality. In addition to the fables and epigrams, the book also contains essays by Lessing on the subjects of fable and epigram. These essays explore the history and significance of these literary forms, as well as their role in society. Lessing discusses the origins of fables and epigrams, their use in ancient and modern literature, and their ability to convey complex ideas in a concise and memorable way. Overall, Fables and Epigrams: With Essays on Fable and Epigram is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of two important literary forms. It offers readers a diverse collection of fables and epigrams, as well as valuable insights into their history and significance. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or moral education.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.