Arabian Nights and Days: A Novel
by Naguib Mahfouz
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Author: Naguib MahfouzEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1995-09-15
ISBN: 0385469012
Number of pages: 240
Publisher: Anchor
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Book Review: A Delightful Epilogue to 1001 Nights
Summary: 5 Stars
The book is very readable and not too long, and the translation is excellent. Starting where the traditional Arabian Nights' Entertainment leaves off, Mahfouz cleverly describes surprising events in a world in which "jinn" (genies) are actively involved in the affairs of mankind. The tale is very enjoyable.But on another level, Mahfouz indirectly poses a more philosophical query: to what extent am I responsible for my actions, and if I err, to what extent can I blame circumstances, outside interference, and my inherent weakness as a human being? And if a very wicked person repents of his evil deeds, how much forgiveness is he entitled to in this world?
I recommend the book.
Summary of Arabian Nights and Days: A Novel
A renowned Nobel Prize-winning novelist refashions the classic tales of Scheherazade in his own imaginative, spellbinding style. Here are genies and flying carpets, Aladdin and Sinbad, Ali Baba, and many other familiar stories, made new by the magical pen of the acknowledged dean of Arabic letters.History & Criticism Books
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