Aesop once said "Looks are deceiving," but he also . . .

. . . declared "Seeing is believing." This is what's known as the Splitting the Difference School of Philosophy. In other words, if a writer pompously declares that he believes every position in an argument or debate--including such polar opposite stances as presented above--to be factual, he has faith that such lazy, faulty reasoning leaves him in a no-lose position. As continually exposed in this AESOP & SON series, the goal of such posers as Aesop is to turn every discussion into a draw, like an endless world chess championship tournament. Though the specific sophomoric example highlighted here is from Aesop's Fable of THE WOLF IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING, each of the other over-rated fables contain similar lapses in judgment. Fortunately, Aesop lived prior to the age of American television and social media. Otherwise, this joker would be a leading candidate for the U. S. Presidency Today.

The adventure genre features exciting journeys, quests, or expeditions undertaken by characters who often face challenges, obstacles, and risks in pursuit of a goal. Adventures can take place in a wide range of settings, from exotic and fantastical locations to historical or even everyday environments.

Animation is a form of visual storytelling that involves creating visual art and motion through the use of various techniques and technologies. In animation, images are manipulated to create the illusion of movement, bringing characters, objects, and environments to life. Animation can encompass a wide range of styles, themes, and intended audiences, making it a diverse and versatile form of storytelling.

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The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The drama genre is a broad category that features stories portraying human experiences, emotions, conflicts, and relationships in a realistic and emotionally impactful way. Dramas delve into the complexities of human life, often exploring themes of love, loss, morality, societal issues, personal growth, with the aim to evoke an emotional response from the audience by presenting relatable and thought-provoking stories.

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The family genre features stories specifically created to be suitable for a wide range of age groups within a family. Family-oriented content is designed to be enjoyed by both children and adults, often providing entertainment that is wholesome, relatable, and appropriate for all members of a family to watch or experience together.

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The fantasy genre features imaginative and often magical worlds, characters, and events. It explores realms beyond the boundaries of reality, featuring elements such as magic, mythical creatures, supernatural powers, and fantastical settings. These stories can take place in entirely fictional worlds or blend fantastical elements with real-world settings.

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The horror genre features stories that aim to elicit fear, suspense, and a sense of dread in its audience. Horror stories often explore themes related to the unknown, the supernatural, and the macabre, and they frequently evoke strong emotional reactions such as anxiety, terror, and unease.

The mystery genre features the investigation and solving of a puzzle, typically a crime or an enigmatic event. Mysteries are known for their suspenseful narratives, intricate plots, and the challenge they present to readers or viewers to piece together clues and solve the central mystery alongside the characters.

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This show segment from The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show,provided audiences with skewed versions of popular fables and fairy tales.

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