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Embark on a magical journey with 'Sindbad the Sailor & Other Stories from the Arabian Nights', a timeless collection that brings forth the enchanting tales of 'The Thousand and One Nights'. This exquisite collector's edition features four beloved stories, including 'Sindbad the Sailor', 'Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp', 'The Story of the Three Calenders', and 'The Sleeper Awakened', all beautifully translated by Laurence Housman. Each tale is accompanied by stunning watercolours from the acclaimed artist Edmund Dulac, making this book a visual masterpiece.
These classic tales set against the rich backdrop of Baghdad offer a glimpse into a world of adventure, wisdom, and the vibrant culture of the East. Ideal for lovers of fairy tales, folklore, and classic literature, this hardcover edition of 'Sindbad the Sailor & Other Stories' is not only a delightful read but also a significant addition to any collection of Arabian Nights stories.
Perfect for gifting or personal enjoyment, these stories stimulate the imagination and transport readers to a time of magic and marvel. Don't miss the chance to own this brand-new, beautifully sewn edition, published by Bodleian Library Publishing in 2018. With an ISBN of 9781851245017, this book is a treasure for all ages, ensuring stories of adventure and friendship never fade away.
Shipping for this item is free, and we strive to ensure your experience is seamless; however, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781851245017
Format: Sewn
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
The much-loved tales from 'The Thousand and One Nights' first appeared in English translation in the early nineteenth century. The popularity of these ancient and beguiling tales set against the backdrop of Baghdad, a city of wealth and peace, stoked the widespread enthusiasm for and scholarly interest in eastern arts and culture, which had been a dominant fashion in Europe for almost a century. Four of the most well-known tales, translated by Laurence Housman, are reproduced in this collector's edition: 'Sindbad the Sailor, Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp, The Story of the Three CalendersandThe Sleeper Awakened. Each is illustrated with exquisite watercolours by the renowned artist Edmund Dulac. The sumptuous illustrations reproduced here capture the beauty and timeless quality of these alluring stories, made at the zenith of early twentieth-century book illustration.
These classic tales set against the rich backdrop of Baghdad offer a glimpse into a world of adventure, wisdom, and the vibrant culture of the East. Ideal for lovers of fairy tales, folklore, and classic literature, this hardcover edition of 'Sindbad the Sailor & Other Stories' is not only a delightful read but also a significant addition to any collection of Arabian Nights stories.
Perfect for gifting or personal enjoyment, these stories stimulate the imagination and transport readers to a time of magic and marvel. Don't miss the chance to own this brand-new, beautifully sewn edition, published by Bodleian Library Publishing in 2018. With an ISBN of 9781851245017, this book is a treasure for all ages, ensuring stories of adventure and friendship never fade away.
Shipping for this item is free, and we strive to ensure your experience is seamless; however, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781851245017
Format: Sewn
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bodleian Library Publishing
Description:
The much-loved tales from 'The Thousand and One Nights' first appeared in English translation in the early nineteenth century. The popularity of these ancient and beguiling tales set against the backdrop of Baghdad, a city of wealth and peace, stoked the widespread enthusiasm for and scholarly interest in eastern arts and culture, which had been a dominant fashion in Europe for almost a century. Four of the most well-known tales, translated by Laurence Housman, are reproduced in this collector's edition: 'Sindbad the Sailor, Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp, The Story of the Three CalendersandThe Sleeper Awakened. Each is illustrated with exquisite watercolours by the renowned artist Edmund Dulac. The sumptuous illustrations reproduced here capture the beauty and timeless quality of these alluring stories, made at the zenith of early twentieth-century book illustration.