The Arabian Nights Entertainments
Anonymous
"The Arabian Nights Entertainments" by Anonymous is a collection of Middle Eastern folk tales that likely originated during the late medieval period, blending stories that span centuries and cultures. These enchanting tales revolve around the clever and resourceful Schehera-zade, who tells captivating stories to the Sultan Schah-riar each night to delay her execution, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and revenge through a tapestry of fantastic adventures.  The opening of this classic work introduces the background of Schehera-zade and her well-meaning yet tragic venture as a new bride to the vengeful Sultan. To reclaim her life and the lives of many innocent women, she devises a plan to tell stories that capture the Sultan's intrigue, beginning with the tale of her husband’s brother, King Schah-zenan, and his turmoil over his wife's betrayal. This sets the stage for a rich narrative filled with unexpected twists and moral lessons, as well as a powerful commentary on female agency and wisdom in the face of adversity. The book begins to unfurl the layers of intrigue with the promise of fantastical storytelling yet to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Fairy tales Folklore -- Arab countries
Category: Adventure Category: Classics of Literature Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore