The Thousand and One Nights
The Thousand and One Nights

Author: Muhsin S. Mahdi

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2023-08-07

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 9004661700

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Almost three centuries have passed since the oldest manuscript of The Thousand and One Nights arrived in Europe. Since then, the Nights have occupied the minds of scholars world-wide, in particular the questions of origin, composition, language and literary form. In this book, Muhsin Mahdi, whose critical edition of the text brought so much praise, explores the complex literary history of the Nights, bringing to fruition the search for the archetype that constituted the core of the surviving editions, and treating the fascinating story of the growth of the collection of stories that we now know as The Thousand and One Nights.

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Author: Katie Daynes

Publisher: Usborne Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9780746080863

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This series of books combines good stories with easy reading text for children aged six to seven years and over who have just started reading alone. The series has been developed with Alison Kelly who is an expert in early reading.

The Forty Thieves
The Forty Thieves

Author: Christy Lenzi

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2019-10-01

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 1499809468

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This retelling of the One Thousand and One Nights tale "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," set in tenth-century Baghdad, is told from the perspective of Marjana, the girl who saves Ali Baba, and brings a fresh perspective to the classic story! Marjana and her little brother, Jamal, who have been slaves of Ali Baba's cruel brother ever since their mother died, are kidnapped by the Forty Thieves one night. They are able to escape, but Marjana is worried for Jamal, as he becomes drawn to their lifestyle and joins a street gang. When Marjana meets Saja, a slave working at the bathhouse, who's also concerned about her little brother, Badi, becoming involved with the street gangs, Saja and Marjana try to get their brothers to become friends, and in turn, become friends themselves, despite Marjana's initial reluctance. Marjana's mistress, however, is more worried about what her husband's fortune will be and convinces Marjana to spy on him when the fortune-teller Abu-Zayed visits. Abu-Zayed predicts that Ali Baba will end up far richer and greater, which sends Marjana's master into a panic, especially when he learns that Ali Baba has found the secret of the Forty Thieves' cave, which indicates that the fortune is coming true. Can Marjana save her brother from joining the street gangs, all the while helping Ali Baba escape the wrath of the Forty Thieves?

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Author: Matthew K. Manning

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13: 1434227766

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The books in the 'Graphic Revolve' series feature some of the world's best stories, retold in a dynamic, graphic novel form.

The Arabian Nights--Alibaba and Forty Thieves
The Arabian Nights--Alibaba and Forty Thieves

Author: Sultana Scheherazade

Publisher:

Published: 2017-04-13

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 9781521059784

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"Arabian Nights'，also known as "One Thousand and One Nights" is a collection of Middle Eastern and South Asian stories and folk tales compiled in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age. These stories and tales are told by Scheherazade, the vizier's daughter, to Sasanian king ruling in India and China, He is shocked to discover that his brother's wife is unfaithful; discovering his own wife's infidelity has been even more flagrant, he has her executed, and hereby decides that all women are the same. Shahryar begins to marry a succession of virgins only to execute each one the next morning. Eventually the vizier, whose duty it is to provide them, cannot find any more virgins. Scheherazade, offers herself as the next bride and her father reluctantly agrees. On the night of their marriage, Scheherazade begins to tell the king a tale, but does not end it. The king, curious about how the story ends, is thus forced to postpone her execution in order to hear the conclusion. The next night, as soon as she finishes the tale, she begins (and only begins) a new one, and the king, eager to hear the conclusion, postpones her execution once again. So it goes on for 1,001 nights. In the end, the king giving his wife a pardon and sparing her life. These stories and tales are full of cliffhangers and have happy endings; they reflect the valiant adventure of human being for pursuing treasure and wealth and a good life.

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Author: Sigal Adler

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2018-07-10

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781722760205

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"ONCE UPON A TIME FOLKTALES IN RHYME" * * * Here's an ancient tale told through the years Of an honest man with big hopes and fears Poor Ali Baba in his ripped, tattered sleeves, Who became a rich man thanks to some thieves.

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Book Analysis)
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Book Analysis)

Author: Bright Summaries

Publisher: BrightSummaries.com

Published: 2018-10-24

Total Pages: 19

ISBN-13: 2808011598

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Unlock the more straightforward side of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, a classic tale of magic, greed and cunning set in Persia. Ali Baba is a poor but kindly woodcutter who stumbles across a band of thieves and overhears them opening a mysterious cave with the magic words “Open Sesame!”. When he repeats the words, he enters the cave, which turns out to be packed with unimaginable riches. However, when the thieves discover that someone has helped themselves to their treasure, they set out to hunt down the culprit, setting in motion a dangerous battle of wits. Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves is one of the best-known stories in The Thousand and One Nights, a collection of popular tales of Indian and Middle Eastern origin. Find out everything you need to know about Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you: • A complete plot summary • Character studies • Key themes and symbols • Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!