An illustrated adaptation of twelve animal fables first told by the Greek slave Aesop.

"The animals of Alaska's far north teach life lessons in these retold tales from the classic Aesop's fables, set in the unique landscape of Alaska's wilderness"--

"A gorgeous new take on Aesop's Fables with stories from around the world masterfully illustrated by an award-winning print-maker. The world is connected, and so are our stories. In this picture book, stunningly illustrated with Holly Berry's hand-carved wood cuts, we're introduced to short versions of Aesop's Fables as they're told in various corners of the globe."-- provided by publisher.