The Monkeys and Their Mother - Very Short Story from Aesop's Fables

Aesop's Fables - Very Short Story

THE MONKEY, it is said, has two young ones at each birth. The Mother fondles one and nurtures it with the greatest affection and care, but hates and neglects the other. It happened once that the young one which was caressed and loved was smothered by the too great affection of the Mother, while the despised one was nurtured and reared in spite of the neglect to which it was exposed.

Moral:

The best intentions will not always ensure success.

The Monkeys and Their Mother

What is a Fable? A Fable is a very short story with a Moral. It features a plant, animal, mythical creature or inanimate object which is brought to life in the story (anthropomorphised). The moral is explained at the end of the fable.

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The Monkeys and Their Mother
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