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Tales of the Marvellous and News of the Strange: The First English Translation of a Medieval Arab Fantasy Collection (A Penguin ,Used
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The first English translation of this spectacular collection of medieval Arab fantasy storiesA great cache of ancient, magical stories in the same tradition as The Arabian Nights, Tales of the Marvellous and News of the Strange is an extraordinary find. Dating from at least a millennium ago, these are the earliestknown Arabic short stories, which survived in a single, ragged manuscript in a library in Istanbul. Some found their way into The Arabian Nights, but most have never been read in English before. Composed to fascinate their original audiences, these charming, surreal, baffling, and beautiful stories are indeed both marvelous and strange.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Tales of the Marvellous and News of the Strange'? A: The book features a collection of medieval Arab fantasy stories that encompass themes of magic, adventure, and the surreal, similar to The Arabian Nights.
- Q: Is this the first English translation of the book? A: Yes, this edition is the first English translation of this remarkable collection of medieval Arabic short stories.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 496 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Tales of the Marvellous and News of the Strange'? A: The author of this book is Coralie Bickford-Smith.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on February 18, 2015.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of classic literature? A: Yes, it falls under the Classics category and is suitable for fans of classic literature and fantasy.
- Q: Are there illustrations or additional content in the book? A: The product details do not specify illustrations or additional content; it primarily contains the translated stories.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for someone interested in Arabic literature? A: Absolutely, this book would make a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in Arabic literature or fantasy stories.