Aesop

Aesop was a Greek fabulist believed to have lived between 620-564 BC. Tradition credits him with creating numerous fables, including "The Tortoise and the Hare" and "The Fox and the Grapes." No writings attributed to Aesop survive, and his existence is uncertain.

Ancient sources describe him as an ugly slave who gained freedom through his cleverness.

Later traditions depicted him as Ethiopian.

Aesop's life and fables have inspired various artistic works, including plays, films, and television shows.

His stories, featuring animals with human characteristics, continue to be adapted and retold, maintaining their popularity across cultures and generations.