Aesop's Fables, Part 264 summary
Part 264 of 284 · 1 min to read the part
In The Horse and the Stag, the Horse asks a man to remove a Stag that claims the best grazing spots, accepting a bridle and rider in return. The pair drive the Stag away, but the Horse discovers that his bargain gives him a permanent master.
What happens
- The Horse grazes alone until a Stag arrives, asserts an equal right to feed, and claims the best spots.
- Seeking revenge, the Horse asks a man to help expel the Stag.
- The man agrees on condition that the Horse accepts a bridle and lets him ride.
- They drive the Stag away, but the Horse discovers that the man is now his permanent master.
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What to notice
The ending reveals the lasting cost of the Horse's bargain. Removing his rival does not restore his freedom.
Quick check
What does the man require before helping the Horse?
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