The Arabian Nights

Description

They are ancient stories, but they still enchant our imaginations today. Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves . Sinbad the Sailor . Aladdin . 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 introduction by scholar Ken Mondschein provides new information and context for these well-known stories. Arabian Nights is a compelling look at both Arabic culture and Western ideas of the East--and the perfect addition to any home library.