Arabian Nights (Deluxe Leatherbound Edition) (Leather-bound Classics)

Sir Richard Burton, Ken Mondschein (Introduction by)

$29.99

Publish Date: April 28, 2026

Publisher:

Canterbury Classics

ISBN:

9781667213156

Pages:

676

Language:

English

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Description

Full of rich and enchanting stories, Arabian Nights is a compelling look at a long-gone culture—and the perfect addition to any home library.

They are ancient stories, but they still enchant our imaginations today: “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,” “Sinbad the Sailor,” “Aladdin,” and more.
These and the other Middle Eastern stories collected in Arabian Nights are delightful, fascinating, and fun for fans and first-time readers alike.
This beautiful leather-bound edition collects the classic tales of Arabian Nights in a new, redesigned format.
Specially designed endpapers, gilded edges, a ribbon bookmark, and other decorative elements enhance the reading experience.
An expert introduction provides new information and historical and cultural context for these well-known stories.

Perfect for readers interested in…

Fables and fairy tales.
Classic literature.
Middle Eastern stories.
Ancient stories.
Traditional storytelling.
Famous childhood stories.
Morals and ethics.

About the Author

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights.

Ken Mondschein is a college professor, scholar, fencing master, jouster, and author with expertise in subjects ranging from medieval history to contemporary politics. He was a Fulbright scholar to France, received his PhD in history from Fordham University and is certified as a master of historical fencing by the US Fencing Coaches' Association. His work includes history, fencing, introductions to works of classic literature, and other projects.

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights.