The Two Soldiers and the Robber
Esopo's "The Two Soldiers and the Robber" is a fable about two soldiers who encounter a robber while traveling. The story teaches the lesson that honesty and integrity are essential for success in life. Despite the soldier's initial reluctance, they ultimately decide to return the stolen goods to their rightful owner, demonstrating their commitment to doing what is morally correct. This decision ultimately leads to a positive outcome for all parties involved.
By Esopo · First published 1640 · Genre: Fable, Children's Literature, Adventure · 199 words
First lines
Two Soldiers travelling together were set upon by a Robber. One of them ran away, but the other stood his ground, and laid about him so lustily with his sword that the Robber was fain to fly and leave him in peace. When the coast was clear the timid one ran back, and, flourishing his weapon, cried in a threatening voice, "Where is he? Let me get at him, and I'll soon let him know whom he's got to deal with. " But the other replied, "You are a little late, my friend: I only wish you had backed me up just now, even if you had done no more than speak, for I should have been encouraged, believing your words to be true. As it is, calm yourself, and put up your sword: there is no further use for it. You may delude others into thinking you're as brave as a lion: but I know that, at the first sign of danger, you run away like a hare. "
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The Two Soldiers and the Robber is listed on Textopian as a fable by Esopo, dated 1640 CE.
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- Work type: Fable
- Author: Esopo
- Date: 1640 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fable, Children's Literature, Adventure, Folklore
- Length: 199 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fable — As a work of Esopo, it is typically considered a fable, a type of literature that uses animals, mythical creatures or objects with human characteristics to convey a moral lesson.
- Children's Literature — Given Esopo's reputation for creating works that teach moral lessons, this book likely fits into the children's literature genre, as its contents are often simple to understand yet meaningful lessons for young audiences.
- Adventure — The title suggests an adventurous plot involving two soldiers and a robber, leading to a possible affiliation with the adventure genre.
- Folklore — As many of Esopo's works are passed down through generations, they often fall into the category of folklore, making it a possible genre for this book.
Tags
friendship · loyalty · betrayal · courage · adventure · morality · justice · teamwork · conflict · sacrifice · trust · deception