"Fables have always shown us the fundamental truths of human nature. Mantra Lingua's new series is a fantastic way to explore the rich diversity of fables from different cultures. Each book consists of two fables - one from Aesop and the other from another culture. In The Fox and the Crane Fox invites Crane to tea but only gives her a flat dish. When it is Crane's turn to invite Fox what dish will she use? In the Chinese fable King of the Forest can the cunning Fox outsmart Tiger to save his life?" -- Back cover.