The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night; a Plain and Literal Translation of the Arabian Nights' Entertainments, With Introd., Explanatory Notes on - Richard Francis Burton - Bog

Richard Francis Burton's translation of "The Arabian Nights" remains one of the most beloved and comprehensive translations of this timeless work. With detailed annotations on the cultural and historical background of each story, this collection provides a window into the world of the ancient Middle East. Anyone interested in classic literature, cultural history, or storytelling will be captivated by Burton's scholarship and the tales he translates.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.