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THE ARABIAN NIGHTS

THE ARABIAN NIGHTS

SIR RICHARD BURTON

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Publisher:
CANTERBURY CLASSICS
Year of publication:
2011
Subject:
Classic fiction
ISBN:
978-1-60710-309-7
Pages:
750
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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.

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 Arabian Nights are delightful, fascinating, and fun for fans and first-time readers alike. This beautiful, leather-bound edition collects the classic tales of Arabian Nights in a new, redesigned format. Specially designed end papers, 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.Arabian Nights is a compelling look at a long-gone culture—and the perfect addition to any home library.

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