Kosrouschah the Sultan overhears three sisters daydreaming about their future husbands: the eldest wishes to marry the Sultan’s baker so she would never go hungry; the second wishes to marry the Sultan’s carpenter so she would never be homeless; the youngest wishes to marry the Sultan – who instantly falls in love with her. As time passes, however, the older sisters grow jealous of the Sultana, so they decide to take their revenge, kidnapping and abandoning her three children. Rescued and brought up by a humble gardener, the children must complete a magical quest to reunite their family. Discover the enchantment of this Cinderella-like fairy tale, the last of the 34 tales in the classic Arabian Nights collection, translated into English by Andrew Lang. A treasure-trove of timeless stories, the One Thousand and One Nights or Arabian Nights have been loved, imitated, and added to over many centuries. Similar to the fairy tales collected by the Brothers Grimm, the Arabian Nights are drawn from the folklore of India, Iran and the Middle East, and were collected in Arabic versions throughout the medieval period; others were added as recently as the eighteenth century. These stories of the exotic East have been popularised for new generations by film adaptations such as Disney’s Aladdin, starring Robin Williams and Gilbert Gottfried in 1992, and Will Smith in 2019, and Dreamworks’ Sinbad, starring Brad Pitt and Michelle Pfeiffer. They continue to inspire writers as varied as Salman Rushdie and Neil Gaiman, while numerous Bollywood and manga versions attest to their popularity around the world. These stories of magic, adventure and romance have shaped readers’ imaginations for generations, and are sure to be retold for years to come. This selection was translated by Andrew Lang from the French versions by Antoine Galland, who was the first to include the stories of Aladdin and Ali Baba. Born in Scotland in 1844, Lang was a scholar of ancient Greek, a journalist, historian, novelist and poet, and the author of 25 popular collections of fairy tales; his edition of the Arabian Nights’ Entertainment was published in 1898. He became a Fellow of the British Academy in 1906, and died in 1912.

This book contents a complete collection of Middle Eastern folk tales compiled in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age. It is often known in English as the Arabian Nights. The work was collected over many centuries by various authors, translators, and scholars. The thing common to all the editions of the Nights is the initial frame story of the ruler Shahryār and his wife Scheherazade and the framing device incorporated throughout the tales themselves. Jonathan Scott 1811 Translation John Payne 1884 Translation Richard Francis Burton 1885 Translation Andrew Lang 1885 Translation Julia Pardoe 1857 Adaptation

"The Big Book of Early Fantasy" is a magnificent literary compilation that offers readers a captivating journey into the world of ancient and timeless fantasy. This comprehensive anthology features classic tales and myths, including the "Epic of Gilgamesh," "Twenty-Two Goblins," "One Thousand and One Nights," "Myths and Legends of Troy," "King Arthur," and "The Story of the Volsungs." From the earliest recorded epic of "The Epic of Gilgamesh," a story of heroism and friendship, to the rich tapestry of "One Thousand and One Nights," where Scheherazade's tales mesmerize and entertain, this collection showcases the roots of fantasy storytelling. "Twenty-Two Goblins" offers a glimpse into the imaginative and often humorous narratives of ancient India, while "Myths and Legends of Troy" takes readers back to the heroic age of the Greeks and the legendary city of Troy. "King Arthur" explores the legendary British monarch and his knights of the Round Table, embodying the ideals of chivalry and honor, while "The Story of the Volsungs" brings Norse mythology to life with tales of gods, heroes, and epic adventures. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience with visual elements that complement the timeless narratives, making these ancient fantasies even more captivating and immersive. "The Big Book of Early Fantasy" is a literary treasure trove for readers of all ages who appreciate the enchantment of early fantasy. These tales and myths have influenced generations of storytellers and continue to captivate with their timeless themes of heroism, magic, and adventure. Immerse yourself in this collection and journey back to the origins of fantasy storytelling, where the power of imagination knows no bounds. Epic of Gilgamesh TwentyTwo Goblins One Thousand and One Nights Myths and Legends of Troy King Arthur The Story of the Volsungs

This volume contains Edgeworth's best courtship novel belinda, which replaces mercenary fortune-hunting with a deeper quest for marital compatibility, valorising irrationality and love over reason and duty. MARIA EDGEWORTH was born in 1768. Her first novel, Castle Rackrent (1800) was also her first Irish tale. The next such tale was Ennui (1809), after which came The Absentee, which began life as an unstaged play and was then published (in prose) in Tales of Fashionable Life (1812), as were several of her other stories. They were followed in 1817 by the last of her Irish tales, Ormond. Maria Edgeworth died in 1849. Edited with an introduction and notes by Marilyn Butler.

Braving the perils of the marriage market, Belinda learns to think for herself as the examples of her friends prove singularly unreliable. Tackles issues of gender and race in a manner at once comic and thought-provoking

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Ten years ago, when I became a father, I started thinking about how to help children grow up? Of course, the book is an important element in the growth of children. But how to choose? What are the books to be able to make them happy, but also to enlighten them? Experience of their predecessors, is the best reference. So I chose to Aesop's Fables, Arabian fairy tale, Hans Christian Andersen, Green Fairy and Greek mythology, with this five books help me to guide their children. For decades, I have found not only benefit the children in reading, even I also have a new re-reading experience. Now, I put five books digitized, and build this into a collection, I named it 'Five Golden Books of Child', I hope you not only like, but also as to help children grow through it, help you enjoy reading again the new experience.