Fábulas morales

Félix María Samaniego was a Spanish poet known for his Fábulas morales (Moral Fables), first published in 1781. These fables were written for schoolchildren and became a staple in Spanish education due to their grace and simplicity.1

A fable is a narrative, often featuring animals that act like humans, designed to highlight human flaws and offer a moral lesson. The tradition of fables in the Western world is often traced back to Aesop, with collections dating to the 4th century BCE. Samaniego's work was influenced by the French Encyclopédistes. His fables were successful, though he later faced imprisonment due to an anonymous attack on a fellow fabulist.21