The Morall Fabillis of Esope the Phrygian, Compylit in Eloquent and Ornate Scottis

The Morall Fabillis of Esope the Phrygian is a collection of 13 fables by the Scottish poet Robert Henryson, written in the 15th century. These fables are based on earlier works by John Lydgate and William Caxton and are presented in an eloquent Scottish style.1

Each fable in Henryson's collection is accompanied by a moralitas, or moral lesson. The work is noted for its fresh narrative style, humorous and sympathetic animal characters, and vivid depictions of the Scottish countryside. Fables, originating with figures like Aesop, are literary tales, often featuring animals, that convey a moral lesson. Henryson's contribution is a significant example of this genre in British literature.1234