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The Thousand and One Nights Vol.-1

About The Thousand and One Nights Vol.-1

The Thousand and One Nights' is a collection of stories from the Islamic Golden Age compiled over centuries. This particular volume, translated by Stanley Lane-Poole, contains some of the most famous tales from the collection, including 'Aladdin's Wonderful Lamp, ' 'Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, ' and 'The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor.' The stories are framed around the character of Shahrazad, a young woman who tells stories to her husband, King Shahryar, to delay her execution. Each night, Shahrazad spins a new tale, many of which are filled with adventure, romance, magic, and intrigue. Lane-Poole's translation captures the richness and beauty of the original Arabic text, and his introduction provides valuable historical and cultural context for modern readers. 'The Thousand and One Nights' continues to captivate readers with its colorful characters, vivid descriptions, and timeless themes of love, loyalty, and moralit

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9789358711677
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 542
  • Published:
  • May 1, 2023
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x31x216 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 680 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: October 17, 2024

Description of The Thousand and One Nights Vol.-1

The Thousand and One Nights' is a collection of stories from the Islamic Golden Age compiled over centuries. This particular volume, translated by Stanley Lane-Poole, contains some of the most famous tales from the collection, including 'Aladdin's Wonderful Lamp, ' 'Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, ' and 'The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor.' The stories are framed around the character of Shahrazad, a young woman who tells stories to her husband, King Shahryar, to delay her execution. Each night, Shahrazad spins a new tale, many of which are filled with adventure, romance, magic, and intrigue. Lane-Poole's translation captures the richness and beauty of the original Arabic text, and his introduction provides valuable historical and cultural context for modern readers. 'The Thousand and One Nights' continues to captivate readers with its colorful characters, vivid descriptions, and timeless themes of love, loyalty, and moralit

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