The Fox, the Dog, and the Griffin by Poul Anderson (.ePUB)
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The Fox, the Dog, and the Griffin: A folk tale adapted from the Danish of C. Molbech by Poul Anderson. Illustrated by Laszlo Kubinyi
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Overview: A cunning fox and a loyal dog are brought together in a strange contest by a mighty griffin. The griffin challenges the fox’s trickery and the dog’s steadfastness—each must prove their nature and worth. Through riddles, contests, and a subtle test of character, the fox attempts to outwit and the dog to uphold loyalty, while the griffin serves as judge and arbiter. In the end, the tale highlights the themes of cleverness versus steadfastness, the consequences of deceit, and the dignity found in integrity.
It stands out in Anderson’s bibliography because he is mostly known for science-fiction and speculative works; here he shifts gears into fantasy/folk-tale adaptation.
The combination of a folk source, Anderson’s adaptation, and Kubinyi’s illustrations makes it both a story and a visually appealing little book.
For collectors: the edition is noted in rare book listings as “Anderson’s rarest book”.
Genre: Fiction > Children/Young Adult > Illustrated
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