The Races

A discussion takes place among the animals about a race in which competitors like a hare, a snail, and a swallow all hope to win prizes. The hare is proud because he is fast, while the snail insists he worked very hard and even got hurt trying. Other characters, like a fence-rail, a mule, and a fly, all share different opinions about who deserves to win. Who truly deserves the prizes? Are the winners justified? Does the jury show fairness? Read this funny and thoughtful story to enjoy the amusing conversations among the animals.