Natalie Portman's Fables

By Natalie Portman, Janna Mattia (Illustrator)

Classic fables reimagined with modern wisdom and playful storytelling.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 517 ratings

64 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Discover timeless life lessons in a fresh light as three classic fables are retold with wit and insight. Journey with familiar characters like the Tortoise and the Hare, the Three Little Pigs, and the Country Mouse and City Mouse, as they navigate challenges that reveal there’s no single path to success. With playful storytelling and charming illustrations, these tales invite readers to explore themes of respect, resilience, and true victory. Perfect for family reading, these stories promise to enchant and inspire a new generation.

From the publisher

Academy Award-winning actress, director, producer, and activist Natalie Portman retells three classic fables and imbues them with wit and wisdom in this New York Times bestselling book. From realizing that there is no “right” way to live to respecting our planet and learning what really makes someone a winner, the messages at the heart of Natalie Portman’s Fables are modern takes on timeless life lessons. Told with a playful, kid-friendly voice and perfectly paired with Janna Mattia’s charming artwork, Portman’s insightful retellings of The Tortoise and the Hare, The Three Little Pigs, and Country Mouse and City Mouse are ideal for reading aloud and are sure to become beloved additions to family libraries. An instant New York Times bestseller!

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