The much-loved tales from 'The Thousand and One Nights' first appeared in English translation in the early nineteenth century. The popularity of these ancient and beguiling tales set against the backdrop of Baghdad, a city of wealth and peace, stoked the widespread enthusiasm for and scholarly interest in eastern arts and culture, which had been a dominant fashion in Europe for almost a century. Four of the most well-known tales, translated by Laurence Housman, are reproduced in this collector's edition: 'Sindbad the Sailor', 'Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp', 'The Story of the Three Calenders' and 'The Sleeper Awakened'. Each is illustrated with exquisite watercolours by the renowned artist Edmund Dulac. The sumptuous illustrations reproduced here capture the beauty and timeless quality of these alluring stories, made at the zenith of early twentieth-century book illustration.

About the Author
Edmund Dulac was born in France but resident in London from the early 1900s, where he made his name as an illustrator of luxurious picture books.

Reviews
Selected in 'The Times' Christmas round up ... 'In this gorgeous collection with pictures by Edmund Dulac, you can read the four best-known tales. Marina Warner's introduction puts it all in context.' - The Times In 'The Spectator' Christmas round up ... 'Exquisite illustrations ... Keep it for yourself.' - The Spectator -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *



Book Information
ISBN 9781851245017
Author Edmund Dulac
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint Bodleian Library
Publisher Bodleian Library