The tale of a footrace between a determined tortoise and a swift but ultimately complacent hare has been with us for a long time. There are a couple of ways in which a comparison between Aesop’s fable ...

One that I go to often is the age-old story of the tortoise and the hare. I’ve always loved this children’s tale, although I do find it riddled with peculiarities. For instance, would a hare really ...

The tortoise and the hare? -- What exactly are tortoises and turtles? -- Live long and prosper -- No respect for the ancient lands -- Eating tortoises -- "Such huge defourmed creatures" -- Beloved ...