Fables for the Times

Name: Fables for the Times
Author: Henry Wallace Phillips

By Henry Wallace Phillips

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A collection of short, witty fables uses anthropomorphic animals and odd situations to expose human foibles such as vanity, greed, hypocrisy, and pretension. Each brief tale stages a comic encounter—often between predators and their supposed victims or among familiar domestic creatures—and ends with a sharp reversal or ironic moral. Playful narrative asides and lively drawings underscore the satire, and the pieces alternate between playful retellings of familiar motifs and original vignettes that poke fun at social affectations and everyday absurdities.

About the Author

Henry Wallace Phillips

Henry Wallace Phillips was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the realm of fiction and fables. His works often reflect a blend of humor and social commentary, appealing to a wide audience. Among his notable titles is "Fables for the Times," which showcases his ability to weave moral lessons into engaging narratives. Phillips also created the character Red Saunders, featured in several stories including "Red Saunders: His Adventures West & East" and "Plain Mary Smith: A Romance of Red Saunders." His writing captures the spirit of adventure and the complexities of human relationships, making him a distinctive voice of his time.