One Thousand and One Nights

Author: Lu Jiefeng
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: "One Thousand and One Nights," also known as "Arabian Nights." "Arabian" was the former Chinese name for the Arab region. The stories in this book are mostly legends from Arab countries. In the 9th century, the Arab Empire was at its peak, spanning Asia, Europe, and Africa, with a unique and splendid culture. "One Thousand and One Nights" is an ancient folk tale from the Arab region. Starting from the 9th century, after being collected and compiled, it was finally gathered into a collection by the 16th century. By the 18th century, it had spread to many countries in Europe and Asia. The entire book contains over two hundred stories, and here are selected from the most famous ones. What are the features of these stories? They reflect the magnificent colors of Eastern culture: mysterious, strange, rich in fantasy, and beautifully written. They combine magical imagination with the realities of the Arab world at that time, allowing readers to understand the life and customs of the Arab people during that period. The book shows sympathy for the hardships of the poor and praises their wisdom; it celebrates the spirit of adventure, especially the bravery of sailors, because many countries at that time flourished due to maritime trade. Although the book regards wealth and luxury as the highest ideal, it believes that only good-hearted people should enjoy it.