The Fables of Aesop – 82 Classic Fables, Illustrated Hardcover

Timeless Wisdom, Beautifully Restored

The Fables of Aesop is one of the most enduring collections in world literature—and this edition is one of the most beautiful ways to own it. Originally published in 1894, this Applewood Books restoration gathers 82 of Aesop’s classic fables, selected and retold by celebrated folklorist Joseph Jacobs and profusely illustrated by Richard Heighway.

Each fable is accompanied by scholarly notes at the back tracing the provenance and history of the tale—making this as rich for the curious adult as it is beloved by children.

What’s Inside

• 82 classic Aesop fables – Selected, retold, and their history traced by Joseph Jacobs
• Original illustrations by Richard Heighway – Profuse, detailed artwork from the 1894 first edition
• Scholarly notes – Provenance and history of each fable included at the back
• Faithfully restored – Applewood Books’ American Roots tradition of preserving classic texts in their original form

Book Details

• Author/Editor: Joseph Jacobs
• Illustrator: Richard Heighway
• Publisher: Applewood Books
• Originally Published: 1894
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9781429098076

A Gift for Every Age

Whether for a child discovering Aesop for the first time, a literature lover, or a collector of beautifully made books, this illustrated edition of The Fables of Aesop is a keepsake worth passing down.