The Eagle and the Arrow by Esopo
The Eagle and the Arrow is a fable written by Esopo. The story goes as follows: An eagle was flying over a forest when it spotted an arrow stuck in a tree. The eagle swooped down to grab the arrow, but as it did, the arrow fired an arrow back at the eagle, hitting it in the tail. The eagle was forced to retreat with the arrow still lodged in its tail. What do you think of this story?
By Esopo · First published 1602 · Genre: Fable, Children's Literature, Folklore · 116 words
First lines
An Eagle sat perched on a lofty rock, keeping a sharp lookout for prey. A huntsman, concealed in a cleft of the mountain and on the watch for game, spied him there and shot an Arrow at him. The shaft struck him full in the breast and pierced him through and through. As he lay in the agonies of death, he turned his eyes upon the Arrow. "Ah! cruel fate! " he cried, "that I should perish thus: but oh! fate more cruel still, that the Arrow which kills me should be winged with an Eagle's feathers! "
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The Eagle and the Arrow is listed on Textopian as a fable by Esopo, dated 1602 CE.
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- Work type: Fable
- Author: Esopo
- Date: 1602 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fable, Children's Literature, Folklore, Fantasy, Classic Literature
- Length: 116 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fable — The story is written by Esopo who is known for his fables. Furthermore, the title suggests an anthropomorphic setting, which is typical of the fable genre.
- Children's Literature — Fables are traditionally intended for a juvenile audience, teaching morals through simple and imaginative storytelling.
- Folklore — Esopo's fables are part of the timeless oral tradition and cultural heritage, hence it fits into the Folklore genre.
- Fantasy — The story likely involves anthropomorphized animals and mythical elements, meeting the characteristics of the Fantasy genre.
Tags
fable · morality · animal characters · wisdom · nature · conflict · survival · courage · friendship · betrayal · justice · power