Tale of the Heavens

Author: Zhang Deyi
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Publishing Date: 2002-09-01
Features: "One Thousand and One Nights," also known as "The Arabian Nights," is a collection of Arabic folktales that primarily reflect the social systems and customs of ancient Arabia and some countries in Asia. The origin of the story collection is now generally believed to have evolved from the Persian work "One Thousand Stories," gradually absorbing tales from Egypt, Iraq, India, and other countries. These stories have been continuously enriched and refined since the 8th century and were finalized in the 16th century, spreading to countries around the world. Many musical, artistic, cinematic, and literary works have drawn inspiration from these tales. Most of the stories are wholesome and beneficial, having become beloved classical works cherished by people worldwide. Some have even become household names, sparking everyday conversations. This book includes stories such as "The Merchant and the Genie," "The Fisherman," "The King of Black Island," "The Story of the Magic Horse," "The Sailor Sindbad," and "The Talking Birds."