Persian Tales (1919) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164415008)

Persian Tales is a collection of traditional folk tales from Persia, compiled and translated by David Lockhart Robertson Lorimer in 1919. The book contains 28 stories, all of which are rich in Persian culture and folklore. The tales are set in various regions of Persia and feature a diverse cast of characters, including kings, merchants, wise men, and magical creatures. Some of the stories are humorous while others are more serious, but all of them offer a glimpse into the unique storytelling traditions of Persia. The book also includes an introduction by Lorimer, in which he discusses the origins and significance of Persian folk tales. Overall, Persian Tales is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in Persian culture and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: David Lockhart Robertson Lorimer
ISBN-10: 116441500X
ISBN-13: 9781164415008
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 432
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.77lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d