063 - The Weaver who Became a Leach by Order of his Wife

Dive into the enchanting world of the Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night, a captivating collection of stories that have been woven together over centuries by numerous authors, translators, and scholars. This rich tapestry of mythology and folklore draws from diverse cultures, including the Indian subcontinent, Persia, and Arabia. While no original manuscript exists, the collection is believed to have originated between AD 800-900. The tales are artfully framed by the clever Shahrazad, who spins cliff-hangers to delay her fate at the hands of her husband, Shahryar. Among the timeless stories featured are the adventures of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This volume, the twelfth of sixteen translated by Richard Francis Burton, includes both new tales and intriguing variations of familiar favorites.