Jack Kent's Fables of Aesop

by Jack Kent

New versions of thirteen old fables.

Genres: Picture Books

55 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1972

About the author

John Wellington "Jack" Kent (1920 – 1985) was an American cartoonist and prolific author-illustrator of children's books. He is perhaps best known as the creator of the comic strip King Aroo. In addition to his own books, he illustrated more than twenty books by other authors.

Reviews

[Melki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some old familiar adages here - Don't count your chickens before they're hatched, Be content with enough, Don't be fooled by flattery, and one I wish I could remember to heed - Sometimes you can get more respect by keeping your mouth shut. All are brought to life by Kent's simple, yet evocative artwork. This one's worth seeking out.

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recently found this copy that my grandmother gave me when I was eight years old, so I decided to read it again. It's as charming and funny as I remember. Kent's illustrations make the moralizing fun. I was surprised at how some of the lessons have stuck with me over the last few decades.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

13 Fables with great illustrations. We love Jack Kent!

[Robin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Awesome illustrations

[Greg S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, great illustrations! So cute!

[Siskiyou-Suzy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I've always enjoyed Aesop's Fables. We had a collection around the house, and I remember genuinely thinking about these stories as a child. The golden egg one especially -- don't kill the golden goose! Appreciate the eggs it's giving you!

My used copy as written in it "Brian, Sonja Lindstrom" and "Activities".