Arabian Nights Stories of Magic and Adventure, Vol. 1

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night, a mesmerizing collection of tales woven over centuries by diverse authors, translators, and scholars. These stories blend mythology and folklore from the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia, creating a rich tapestry of narratives. Although no original manuscript exists, various versions trace the collections origins to between AD 800-900. The tales are masterfully interlinked through the suspenseful storytelling of Shahrazad, who captivates her husband Shahryar with cliff-hangers to delay her fate. Among these timeless stories are beloved classics like Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves and the adventures of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection features the first volume of sixteen, translated by the renowned Richard Burton.