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2019-12-11
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Burton, Richard Francis, Sir
1821
1890
Baker, Frank
Burton, R. F. (Richard F.), Sir
Burton, Sir Richard Francis
Burton, Richard F.
Supplemental Nights to the Book of the Thousand and One Nights — Volume 3 (of 6) Part 1
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_the_Thousand_Nights_and_a_Night
Here is the listing of titles for the entire series, which span multiple digitization efforts:
Volume 1: #3435, #51252
Volume 2: #3436, #51775
Volume 3: #3437, #52564
Volume 4: #3438, #53254
Volume 5: #3439, #54257
Volume 6: #3440, #54525
Volume 7: #3441, #54778
Volume 8: #3442, #55091
Volume 9: #3443, #55587
Volume 10: #3444, #58360
Supplement Volume 1: #3445, #59156
Supplement Volume 2: #3446, #59953
Supplement Volume 3: #3447, #60889 (part 1), #61974 (part 2)
Supplement Volume 4: #3448, #62140
Supplement Volume 5: #3449, #63266
Supplement Volume 6: #3450, #64384
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"The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 03 [Supplement]" by Richard F. Burton is a collection of classic Middle Eastern tales, compiled in the late 19th century. This volume includes various stories from the famous "One Thousand and One Nights," centering particularly on the narratives of Zayn al-Asnam and Aladdin. The tales weave themes of adventure, love, and moral lessons through richly detailed storytelling, inviting readers into a vibrant world of magic and intrigue. At the start of the volume, Zayn al-Asnam is introduced as the son of a powerful Sultan who is eager for a child. Upon his birth, the royal astrologers predict that he will face numerous trials but will emerge victorious and wealthy. As he grows, Zayn becomes enthralled by a life of luxury and pleasure, neglecting his responsibilities as a ruler. After a series of misfortunes, Zayn departs for Egypt in search of fabled treasures, spurred by dreams and visions urging him to reclaim his wealth. His journey unfolds with encounters filled with wisdom, deception, and the supernatural, encapsulated by the overarching theme of personal growth and the quest for redemption. The opening portion sets the stage for a rich tapestry of narratives that will resonate with fans of classical folklore and adventure tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Fairy tales
Tales -- Arab countries
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Category: Adventure
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: Classics of Literature
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