Les Fables de la Fontaine (No. 1)

Abstract

This book represents, I believe, a later version of a similar volume I have listed under 1970? Both have Lito 40341 on the front cover. This copy adds a large 1 on the front cover. It takes the list of books in the same collection from the last page, doubles its extent, and puts the new list on the back cover. This copy is printed in Spain rather than Italy. It adds printing on the spine: Les Fables de La Fontaine No. 1 besides a 4 that seems to represent its number in the series. (The series now includes a Les Fables de La Fontaine No. 2). I will repeat here my comments from the earlier printing. Two pages apiece for eleven fables, given in LaFontaine's original text. A pleasing large-format children's book. Among the illustrations, that of a fisherman in a newspaper hat is perhaps the most charming. The town and country mice, well contrasted in their clothing, have been enjoying champagne.