The Arabian Nights
by Anonymous, Richard Francis Burton, A.S. Byatt
The Arabian Nights by Anonymous, Richard Francis Burton, A.S. Byatt holds a highly rated rating of 4.06 out of 5, based on 46.7K reader ratings. First published in 800. The book spans 1,049 pages.
About The Arabian Nights
This volume reproduces the 1932 Modern Library edition, for which Bennett A. Cerf chose the most famous and representative stories from Sir Richard F. Burton's multivolume translation, and includes Burton's extensive and acclaimed explanatory notes. The tales of told by Shahrazad over a thousand and one nights to delay her execution by the vengeful King Shahriyar have become among the most popular in both Eastern and Western literature, as recounted by Sir Francis Burton. 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 anchored to everyday life by their realism, providing a full and intimate record of medieval Islam.'
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Anonymous, Richard Francis Burton, A.S. Byatt |
| Published | 800 |
| Pages | 1,049 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.06 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 46,656 |
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What genre is The Arabian Nights?
The Arabian Nights is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Arabian Nights worth reading?
Based on 46.7K reader ratings, The Arabian Nights has an average score of 4.06 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Arabian Nights?
The Arabian Nights has 1,049 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Arabian Nights?
The Arabian Nights was written by Anonymous, Richard Francis Burton, A.S. Byatt. It was first published in 800.
What is the ISBN for The Arabian Nights?
The ISBN-13 for The Arabian Nights is 9780812972150.0.
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