Aesop, Greek Fabulist
(c. 620-564 BCE)



by Diego Velázquez

Just the Facts:
  • Name: Aesop
  • Date: c. 620-564 BCE
  • Language: Greek
  • Who he was: Greek author of Fables, animal stories and other simple tales, usually meant to teach a lesson. Many fables from later ages have been attributed to him, but little is known of him beyond legend.
  • Included in lists (What's This?): HC; Bloom

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