Ivan Andreevich Krylov was a Russian poet, writer, and translator, renowned for his unparalleled talent as a fabulist. Infused with the traditions of folk art, Krylov's fables, thanks to their aphoristic nature, have become an integral part of our speech and culture. Who doesn't remember such expressions as "and you, my friends, no matter how you sit, you'll never make musicians," "when there's no accord among companions, their affairs won't prosper," "and Vaska listens, yet eats," and many others! Written with a wonderful sense of humor, the fables instill in us honesty, courage, integrity, and diligence. They contain not only a moral, but also folk wisdom.
