The Arabian Nights
(Leather / fine binding)
Publishing Details
The Arabian Nights
By (Author) Sir Richard Burton
Introduction by Ken Mondschein
Translated by Sir Richard Burton
Canterbury Classics
Canterbury Classics
10th October 2011
10th October 2011
United States
Classifications
General
Fiction
Modern and contemporary fiction: general and literary
FIC
Physical Properties
Leather / fine binding
750
Width 159mm, Height 235mm, Spine 41mm
998g
Description
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 cultureand the perfect addition to any home library.
Reviews
"[A] book...that captivates in childhood, and still delights in age."
"From the Trade Paperback edition.
Author Bio
Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights. Ken Mondschein is a college professor, scholar, fencing master, jouster, and author with expertise in subjects ranging from medieval history to contemporary politics. He was a Fulbright scholar to France, received his PhD in history from Fordham University and is certified as a master of historical fencing by the US Fencing Coaches' Association. His work includes history, fencing, introductions to works of classic literature, and other projects. Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights.
