Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights) Volume 12

Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights) Volume 12

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This twelfth volume of Richard Francis Burton's translation of *One Thousand and One Nights* (Arabian Nights) continues the collection of tales told by Scheherazade to her husband, Sultan Shahryar. It features a variety of stories, some original to this volume, others variations on familiar tales. The stories often involve fantastical elements, magical creatures, and complex narratives with themes of love, adventure, and the triumph of cleverness over brute force. The collection demonstrates the rich cultural tapestry of the Middle East through a variety of genres, from witty anecdotes to epic journeys and captivating romances.

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