The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 16 by Burton
"The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 16" by Richard F. Burton is a collection of classic Arab tales, part of a larger body of works that were translated and adapted during the 19th century. This volume continues the enchanting stories that have captivated audiences for centuries, sharing tales of adventure, wisdom, and moral lessons. Central to these stories are figures like Haykar the Sage and the Caliph
Harun Al-Rashid, who navigate intricate plots filled with intrigue and fantastical elements. The opening of this volume sets the stage with a translator's foreword that details the historical context of the tales, as well as the contributors and their intentions for the text. What follows is the "Say of Haykar the Sage," where we meet Haykar, a wise minister who faces trials due to the treachery of his nephew, Nadan. As the mentor to many, Haykar's wisdom is put to the test when Nadan plots against him for personal gain. The narrative promises a mix of lessons, moral dilemmas, and the consequences of one's actions, making it engaging for readers who appreciate tales of justice, retribution, and the ancient wisdom of the East. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Translator | Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 16 |
| Alternate Title |
Arabian Nights; 1001 Nights |
| Original Publication | [S.l.] : The Burton Club, 1888 |
| Note |
Preceded by vol 15 PG#3449 g1001108.txt and .zip have accents, g1001107.txt and .zip do not have them |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
This etext was scanned by JC Byers and proofread by Lynn Bornath, Nancy Bloomquist, Jeff Ferrell, Jeroen Hellingman, Carrie Lorenz, Leonard Young, and Ralph Zimmermann. HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PJ: Language and Literatures: Oriental languages and literatures |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Tales -- Arab countries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3450 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 20, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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