El libro de las mil noches y una noche; t. 1 by Anonymous
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Let's get one thing straight: this isn't a simple bedtime storybook. It's the foundation for so many tales we think we know. The main story holding everything together is about Scheherazade, a brilliant woman who volunteers to marry King Shahryar. This king, betrayed in the past, has a terrible habit of executing each new bride the morning after their wedding. Scheherazade's plan is simple but desperate: she starts telling him an incredible story on their wedding night, but stops right at the most exciting part at dawn. To hear the ending, the king has to let her live another day. So, night after night, she weaves a new tale, each one often containing other stories within it. This first volume kicks off with famous ones like the tale of the merchant and the genie.
Why You Should Read It
Forget the cleaned-up, kid-friendly versions. This translation (often the Richard Burton one) shows the original pulse of these stories—they're full of magic, yes, but also surprising humor, raw human passion, and sharp commentary on power and cleverness. Scheherazade is the ultimate heroine, using her wit and voice as her only weapons. Reading it, you feel the tension of her nightly gamble. The stories themselves are wildly imaginative, jumping from epic quests to funny fables, all held together by that urgent frame of a woman fighting for her life with words.
Final Verdict
This is for anyone who loves the roots of fantasy and wants to meet the legendary Scheherazade in her original, high-stakes arena. It's perfect for readers who enjoy myth, folklore, or just a brilliantly clever premise. Be ready for a style that feels ancient and conversational all at once—it's a direct window into a rich, oral storytelling tradition. If you've ever wondered where so many of our classic adventure tropes began, start here, at the very first night.
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Sarah White
1 year agoHelped me clear up some confusion on the topic.
Deborah Moore
3 months agoPerfect.
Richard Smith
1 year agoI stumbled upon this title and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I couldn't put it down.