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The Arabian Nights Entertainments
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- Gutenberg ID
- 19860
- Title
- The Arabian Nights Entertainments
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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This collection of Middle Eastern folk tales, compiled by an anonymous author, is a classic of world literature. The stories are set in the mythical city of Baghdad and feature a cast of characters including Scheherazade, who tells her husband 1001 stories to delay her execution. The tales are known for their vivid descriptions of exotic settings, magical creatures, and romantic adventures.
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The Arabian Nights Entertainments is a collection of Middle Eastern folk tales compiled by an anonymous author. The stories are set in the mythical city of Baghdad and feature a cast of characters including Scheherazade, who tells her husband 1001 stories to delay her execution. The tales are known for their vivid descriptions of exotic settings, magical creatures, and romantic adventures. The collection includes stories such as "The Story of Aladdin," "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," and "Sindbad the Sailor." The author's use of language is rich and evocative, creating a sense of wonder and enchantment in the reader. The tales are also notable for their exploration of themes such as love, loyalty, and the power of storytelling. One of the most famous stories in the collection is that of Sindbad the Sailor, who recounts his seven voyages to the caliph Haroun al-Raschid. Sindbad's adventures take him to distant lands, where he encounters fantastical creatures, including a giant bird called the roc and a magical island where trees produce precious stones. The stories are also notable for their use of symbolism and metaphor, with many characters and events serving as allegories for real-world issues and concerns. Overall, The Arabian Nights Entertainments is a rich and diverse collection of stories that continue to captivate readers to this day.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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- Anonymous
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- Folklore
- Fiction