Oriental Literature - the Literature of Arabia

by Epiphanius Wilson (Editor)

A rich collection of poetry and prose, including the stories of Sindbad and Aladdin

Genres: Middle East, Literature, Poetry

124 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1900

Reviews

[Anastasija · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you're interested in exploring the literary heritage of the Arabian world, "Oriental Literature: The Literature of Arabia" is a valuable resource that covers a wide range of genres and time periods, as well as an overview of the rich literary traditions that have emerged from the Arabian world.

[Master Oogway · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this read. Found it very interesting and at times quite amusing to see the take of a 19th century English Scholar on some of the most popular works of literature that I grew up with as a native Arabic speaker.

I also found the translation of the pieces of poetry to be very well done. Very pleasantly surprised.

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A nice overview of poetry and stories from Arabia and Persia. I enjoyed the short poems that were included in the piece but was thrilled to read The Seven Voyages of Sinbad and Aladdin and his Magic Lamp too. Now that I'm older I have a better sense of geography from where the stories come from and take place. It makes the tales even. ore enjoyable.