Babrius authored a collection of Greek fables, many of which are recognized today as Aesop's Fables. His work centers on simple narratives with moral lessons, reflecting human nature and societal dynamics. The author's style is concise and direct, facilitating an understanding of even complex teachings. His compilation significantly contributed to the enduring legacy of the fable as a literary form.
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Babrius s humorous and pointed fables in Greek verse probably date from the first century CE. From the same period come the lively fables in Latin verse written by Phaedrus, which satirize social and political life in Augustan Rome.