Home / The Arabian Nights
The Arabian Nights
By Richard Francis Burton
- Release Date: 2021-08-13
- Genre: Fairy Tales, Myths & Fables
- $3.99
Description
In Richard Francis Burton's captivating translation of "The Arabian Nights," the intricate tapestry of Middle Eastern folklore unfolds through a masterful blend of adventure, romance, and moral allegory. Burton’s literary style showcases exquisite attention to detail and a profound appreciation for the original narratives, presenting the stories in rich, evocative language that transports readers to a world filled with magic and wonder. His work is set against a backdrop of 19th-century Orientalism, echoing the era's fascination with the exotic and the unknown, while simultaneously challenging contemporary perceptions of culture and identity through nuanced storytelling. Burton, a renowned explorer, linguist, and anthropologist, dedicated much of his life to understanding the languages, traditions, and societies of the East. His experiences in the Middle East, including his pilgrimage to Mecca and extensive travels through the region, imbued him with a unique perspective that he infused into his translation. Burton sought not merely to translate the text but to preserve the spirit and cultural significance of the tales, making them accessible to a Western audience while retaining their intrinsic values. Readers drawn to rich narratives and cultural depth will find "The Arabian Nights" an essential addition to their literary repertoire. Burton’s translation not only entertains but invites critical reflection on societal norms and human desires, making it a timeless exploration of the human condition. This work stands as a testament to both the allure of folklore and the transformative power of storytelling.
More by Richard Francis Burton
Vikram and the Vampire; Classic Hindu Tales of Adventure, Magic, and Romance
Richard Francis Burton
4First Footsteps in East Africa
Richard Francis Burton
Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1
Richard Francis Burton
Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 2
Richard Francis Burton
Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo Volume 1
Richard Francis Burton
One Thousand and One Nights - Complete Arabian Nights Collection (Delphi Classics)
Richard Francis Burton
The Kasidah of Haji Abdu El-Yezdi
Richard Francis Burton
The African Exploration Anthology
Richard Francis Burton, John Hanning Speke, David Livingstone, Henry Morton Stanley, Mungo Park, Samuel White Baker & Mary H. Kingsley
5The Land of Midian — Volume 1
Richard Francis Burton
Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo Volume 2
Richard Francis Burton
To The Gold Coast for Gold, Vol. II
Richard Francis Burton
The Perfumed Garden of the Shaykh Nefwazi
Richard Francis Burton
Kama Sutra (Illustrated Edition)
Vātsyāyana & Richard Francis Burton
The Land of Midian — Volume 2
Richard Francis Burton
The Arabian Nights, Volume I
Anonymous, Richard Francis Burton, Jack Zipes & Daniel Beaumont
The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton (Illustrated & Annotated Edition)
Richard Francis Burton
The Kama Sutra of Vatsayana
Vatsayana, John W. Spellman & Richard Francis Burton
The Book of the Sword
Richard Francis Burton
One Thousand and One Nights (Complete Annotated Edition)
Richard Francis Burton
10 Vampire Classics
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, Bram Stoker, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, John William Polidori, Theophile Gautier, Florence Marryat, F. Marion Crawford, Richard Francis Burton, Lallu Lal, John T. Platts & Mazhar Ali Khan
Kama Sutra (The annotated original english translation by Sir Richard Francis Burton)
Vātsyāyana & Richard Francis Burton
The Curse of the Undead - Selected Vampire Books and Legends
Henry Kuttner, Bram Stoker, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Theophile Gautier, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, George Sylvester Viereck, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan & Victoria Glad
Vampires vs. Werewolves – Ultimate Collection
Bram Stoker, Theophile Gautier, Clemence Housman, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Sheridan Le Fanu, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, Henry Kuttner, George Sylvester Viereck, Anthony Pelcher, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan, Victoria Glad, Marie de France, Alexandre Dumas père, George W. M. Reynolds, Eugene Field, Emile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Rudyard Kipling, Robert E. Howard, Gladys Gordon Trenery, Clifford Ball, Sabine Baring-Gould & Caroline Taylor Stewart
The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
Richard Francis Burton
Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana The Kama Sutra POSITIONS
Richard Francis Burton
The Arabian Nights (Illustrated Edition)
Richard Francis Burton
KAMA SUTRA
Richard Francis Burton & Vātsyāyana
Ananga Ranga
Richard Francis Burton
1001 Nights
Richard Francis Burton
The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana (Illustrated)
Vātsyāyana & Richard Francis Burton
The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night, Volume 1
Richard Francis Burton
Creatures of the Night (Boxed Set Edition)
Robert E. Howard, Bram Stoker, E. F. Benson, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Sheridan Le Fanu, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Alice and Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, Dudley Wright, Marie de France, Alexandre Dumas père, George W. M. Reynolds, Eugene Field, Emile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Rudyard Kipling, Gladys Gordon Trenery & Clifford Ball
The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana (Enhanced)
Vātsyāyana & Richard Francis Burton
The Perfumed Garden of the Shaykh Nafzawi
Richard Francis Burton
아라비안 나이트
Richard Francis Burton
1001 Nights
Richard Francis Burton
Vampires vs. Werewolves Boxed-Set
Bram Stoker, Theophile Gautier, Clemence Housman, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Sheridan Le Fanu, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, Henry Kuttner, George Sylvester Viereck, Anthony Pelcher, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan, Victoria Glad, Marie de France, Alexandre Dumas père, George W. M. Reynolds, Eugene Field, Emile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Rudyard Kipling, Robert E. Howard, Gladys Gordon Trenery, Clifford Ball, Sabine Baring-Gould & Caroline Taylor Stewart
The Kasidah of Haji Abdu El Yezdi
Richard Francis Burton
The Lake Regions of Central Africa. A picture of exploration. [With plates.] Vol. I.
Richard Francis Burton
Kama Sutra - Annotated (The original english translation by Sir Richard Francis Burton)
Richard Francis Burton & Vātsyāyana
Tales of Vampires & Werewolves
Robert E. Howard, 4064066391768, E. F. Benson, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Sheridan Le Fanu, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Alice and Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, Dudley Wright, Marie de France, Alexandre Dumas père, George W. M. Reynolds, Eugene Field, Emile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Rudyard Kipling, Gladys Gordon Trenery & Clifford Ball
Vikram and the Vampire
Richard Francis Burton
Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah (Vol.1-3)
Richard Francis Burton
A Mission to Gelele
Richard Francis Burton
Vikram and the Vampire
Richard Francis Burton & Isabel Burton
The Arabian Nights
Richard Francis Burton
A Tale of a Vampire
Henry Kuttner, Bram Stoker, John William Polidori, Richard Francis Burton, Jan Neruda, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, Theophile Gautier, Alice Askew, Claude Askew, Hume Nisbet, E. F. Benson, Dudley Wright, George Sylvester Viereck, Earl Peirce, Lloyd Arthur Eshbach, Victor Rowan & Victoria Glad
The Book of Monsters: 40 Timeless Horror Novels
Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, H. P. Lovecraft, Arthur Conan Doyle, George W. M. Reynolds, Emile Erckmann, Alexandre Chatrian, Robert E. Howard, Alexandre Dumas père, Mrs. Loudon, Edgar Rice Burroughs, H.G. Wells, Washington Irving, Thomas Peckett Prest, James Malcolm Rymer, William Beckford, Albert W. Aiken, Gaston Leroux, Guy Boothby, Mayne Reid, John William Polidori, Theophile Gautier, Richard Marsh, H. Rider Haggard, Ambrose Pratt, David Franklin Powell, Abraham Merritt, Jules Verne, Florence Marryat, Robert Montgomery Bird, Edward Sylvester Ellis, Edgar Saltus, F. Marion Crawford, George MacDonald, Richard Francis Burton, Lallu Lal, John T. Platts & Mazhar Ali Khan
The Lake Regions of Central Africa
Richard Francis Burton
