Tales from the Thousand and One Nights

Step into the enchanting world of 'Tales from the Thousand and One Nights,' where timeless stories come alive! This exquisite trade paperback edition, freshly released by Penguin UK, offers readers an unexpurgated translation of beloved narratives, including 'Sindbad the Sailor' and 'Aladdin and the Enchanted Lamp.' Immerse yourself in the vivid tales spun by Scheherazade, who masterfully delays her fate with captivating stories that intertwine adventure, magic, and the complexities of human experiences.

With its 416 pages, this collection illuminates the rich tapestry of Eastern literature, balancing fantastical elements with everyday realism. N.J. Dawood’s spirited translation retains the lively essence of the original tales while providing insightful context about their origins and literary significance. Discover a realm filled with all-powerful sorcerers, cunning jinns, alluring princesses, and nuanced social critique.

Perfect for literature enthusiasts and lovers of classic tales, 'Tales from the Thousand and One Nights' is not just a book—it's an exploration of a culturally rich narrative tradition. Whether you're revisiting childhood favorites or experiencing these stories for the first time, this Penguin Classics edition serves as a brilliant gateway into the enchanting world of Arabian Nights. Order now to embark on your magical journey today! Enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase, ensuring the tales reach your doorstep quickly and hassle-free.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140442892
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2000
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 416


Description:
Offering unexpurgated translations of the best-loved tales, including such classics as 'Sindbad the Sailor', Tales from the Thousand and One Nights - sometimes known as the Arabian Nights - is translated with an introduction by N.J. Dawood in Penguin Classics.
The tales told by Scheherazade over a thousand and one nights to delay her execution by the vengeful King Shahryar have become among the most popular in both Eastern and Western literature. From the epic adventures of 'Aladdin and the Enchanted Lamp' to the farcical 'Young Woman and her Five Lovers' and the social criticism of 'The Tale of the Hunchback', the stories depict a fabulous world of all-powerful sorcerers, jinns imprisoned in bottles and enchanting princesses. But despite their imaginative extravagance, the Tales are also anchored to everyday life by their bawdiness and realism, providing a full and intimate record of medieval Eastern world.
In this selection, N.J. Dawood presents the reader with an unexpurgated translation of the finest and best-known tales, preserving their spirited narrative style in lively modern English. In his introduction, he discusses their origins in the East and their differences from Classical Arabic literature, and examines English translations of the tales since the eighteenth century.
If you enjoyed Tales from the Thousand and One Nights, you might like Snorri Sturlson's The Prose Edda, also available in Penguin Classics.


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