The book "Fairy Tales and Novels of J. de Lafontaine - Volume 18" is a fragment of the huge literary work of the outstanding French writer Jean de Lafontaine. This volume collects various works of the author, which are distinguished by their deep philosophical undertones, sharp humor and masterful command of the language. LaFontaine skilfully combines the desire to educate and entertain the reader, creating vivid images of animals and people conducting their lively dialogues in an allegorical world. In the book you will find fairy tales and stories of various genres that will expand your ideas about the world and inspire your own thoughts. It is traditionally believed that Lafontaine's work not only conveys moral values, but also reflects the social views of that time, becoming an important source for studying the culture and literature of the 17th century. Let this book reveal to you the world of the French Baroque and give you pleasant moments of reading, filled with the wisdom, humor and unique charm of Jean de Lafontaine.