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Stranger Magic: Charmed States And The Arabian Nights
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Our Foremost Theorist Of Myth, Fairytales, And Folktales Explores The Magical Realm Of The Imagination Where Carpets Fly, Objects Speak, Dreams Reveal Hidden Truths, And Genies Grant Prophetic Wishes. Stranger Magic Examines The Wondrous Tales Of The Arabian Nights, Their Profound Impact On The West, And The Progressive Exoticization Of Magic Since The Eighteenth Century, When The First European Translations Appeared.The Nights Seized European Readers' Imaginations During The Sicle Des Lumires, Inspiring Imitations, Spoofs, Turqueries, Extravaganzas, Pantomimes, And Mauresque Tastes In Dress And Furniture. Writers From Voltaire To Goethe To Borges, Filmmakers From Raoul Walsh On, And Countless Authors Of Children'S Books Have Adapted Its Stories. What Gives These Tales Their Enduring Power To Bring Pleasure To Readers And Audiences? Their Appeal, Marina Warner Suggests, Lies In How The Stories' Magic Stimulates The Creative Activity Of The Imagination. Their Popularity During The Enlightenment Was No Accident: Dreams, Projections, And Fantasies Are Essential To Making The Leap Beyond The Frontiers Of Accepted Knowledge Into New Scientific And Literary Spheres. The Magical Tradition, So Long Disavowed By Western Rationality, Underlies Modernity'S Most Characteristic Developments, Including The Charmed States Of Brandname Luxury Goods, Paper Money, And Psychoanalytic Dream Interpretation.In Warner'S Hands, The Nights Reveal The Underappreciated Cultural Exchanges Between East And West, Islam And Christianity, And Cast Light On The Magical Underpinnings Of Contemporary Experience, Where Mythical Principles, As Distinct From Religious Belief, Enjoy Growing Acceptance. These Tales Meet The Need For Enchantment, In The Safe Guise Of Oriental Costume.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Stranger Magic'? A: The main theme of 'Stranger Magic' explores the magical realm of imagination as represented in the Arabian Nights, examining its cultural significance and impact on Western literature.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Stranger Magic'? A: 'Stranger Magic' is authored by Marina Warner, a renowned theorist of myth, fairytales, and folktales.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Stranger Magic' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Stranger Magic'? A: 'Stranger Magic' contains 560 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: When was 'Stranger Magic' published? A: 'Stranger Magic' was published on November 18, 2013.
- Q: Is 'Stranger Magic' in new condition? A: Yes, the book is categorized as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What literary influences does 'Stranger Magic' discuss? A: 'Stranger Magic' discusses various literary influences from notable writers such as Voltaire, Goethe, and Borges, highlighting adaptations of the Arabian Nights.
- Q: What cultural exchanges does 'Stranger Magic' address? A: 'Stranger Magic' addresses the cultural exchanges between East and West, particularly between Islamic and Christian traditions.
- Q: Can 'Stranger Magic' be enjoyed by readers unfamiliar with the Arabian Nights? A: Yes, 'Stranger Magic' is designed to be accessible and engaging for readers, regardless of their prior knowledge of the Arabian Nights.
- Q: What insights does 'Stranger Magic' provide about modernity? A: 'Stranger Magic' provides insights into how magical traditions influence contemporary experiences, including consumerism and psychoanalysis.