These 27 traditional folk stories were written down, shortly before her death, by Jamal Sleem Nuweihed, who had recounted them to the children of her extended family over many years. Authentically Arab in their themes, yet timelessly universal, they are sometimes magical, sometimes naturalistic, and combine a wealth of vivid detail with elements of pathos and humor. Translated by family members of various generations, then expertly edited, the book is a precious store of the kind of tale endlessly cherished but in danger of disappearing.
Author: Jamal Sleem Nuweihed
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Interlink Books
Published: 01/01/2001
Series: International Folk Tales (Paperback)
Pages: 368
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 8.26h x 5.57w x 0.99d
ISBN: 9781566564182
Language: English
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