A Serpent had succeeded in surprising an Eagle and had wrapped himself around the Eagle's neck. My father certainly was a full-blooded racer, he said. I feel highly flattered, kind sir, replied the Cock slyly. In every battle the Weasels carried off the victory, as well as a large number of the Mice, which they ate for dinner next day. But the Eagle pounced upon her prey, the sweep of her great wings tumbling the Beetle a dozen feet away. Besides, the animals found it hard to keep their toes from under his heavy hoofs. Son, said the Boy's mother, when she had comforted him, the next time you come near a Nettle, grasp it firmly, and it will be as soft as silk.
It is easy and also contemptible to kick a man that is down.