A fable is a short story or tale that typically features anthropomorphic animals or inanimate objects that teach a moral lesson or message. The characters in a fable often act like humans and possess human-like qualities, such as intelligence, emotions, and the ability to speak. Fables are often designed to be easy to understand and remember, and they typically feature a simple narrative structure with a clear moral at the end. Some well-known examples of fables include “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” and “The Boy Who Cried, Wolf.” Fables have been used for centuries to teach moral lessons and values to both children and adults, and they continue to be popular in modern literature and media.
