Richard Burton 
The Arabian Nights 

They are ancient stories, but they still enchant our imaginations today: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves Sinbad the Sailor Aladdin. These and the other Middle Eastern stories collected in Arabian Nights are delightful, fascinating, and fun for fans and first-time readers alike.Lexile score: 1320L

A propos de l’auteur

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was an renown British explorer, writer, translator, and linguist who is best known for his travels within Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Of his many achievements, one of his most recognizable contributions is a translation of One Thousand and One Nights, also commonly known as The Arabian Nights.Kenneth C. Mondschein earned his Ph.D. in History at Fordham University. He lives in New York, NY.