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The Arabian Nights

Series: Leather-bound Classics
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The Arabian Nights is a classic collection of Middle Eastern folk tales woven around the legendary character of Scheherazade. To delay her execution by a vengeful king, Scheherazade tells captivating stories each night, leaving them unfinished to hold the king's interest. These tales, rich with adventure, magic, and morality, range from the wondrous to the fantastical, blending romance and intrigue in a timeless narrative tapestry.
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This collection may appeal to you if you enjoy enchanting tales of adventure, romance, and magic, set against the backdrop of ancient Middle Eastern culture and folklore. Dive into a world of fascinating characters and imaginative stories that have captivated readers for centuries with their timeless allure.

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The Arabian Nights

No library's complete without the classics! This new, enhanced leather-bound edition collects the beloved tales of Arabian Nights, translated by Sir Richard Burton.

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No library is complete without the classics! This new, enhanced leather-bound edition collects the beloved tales of The Arabian Nights, translated by Sir Richard Burton.

They are ancient stories, but they still enchant our imaginations today: "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," "Sinbad the Sailor," "Aladdin," and more. These and the other Middle Eastern stories collected in The Arabian Nights are delightful, fascinating, and fun for fans and first-time readers alike.

This beautiful, leather-bound edition collects the classic tales of The Arabian Nights in a new, redesigned format. Specially designed endpapers, gilded edges, a ribbon bookmark, and other decorative elements enhance the reading experience, while an expert introduction provides new information and context for these well-known stories.

The Arabian Nights is a compelling look at a long-gone culture—and the perfect addition to any home library.

Series: Leather-bound Classics

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781607103097

Publisher: Canterbury Classics

Format: Leather / fine binding

Date Published: 24 November 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: Canterbury Classics

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 998g

Pages: 676

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Series: Leather-bound Classics

About the Author

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights. Ken Mondschein is a college professor, scholar, fencing master, jouster, and author with expertise in subjects ranging from medieval history to contemporary politics. He was a Fulbright scholar to France, received his PhD in history from Fordham University and is certified as a master of historical fencing by the US Fencing Coaches' Association. His work includes history, fencing, introductions to works of classic literature, and other projects. Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights.

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