Princess Badoura: A tale from the Arabian Nights: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Princess Badoura: A tale from the Arabian Nights: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Princess Badoura: A tale from the Arabian Nights is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Housman, Laurence (1865–1959).
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"Princess Badoura: A Tale from the Arabian Nights" by Laurence Housman is a retelling of a classic narrative that falls within the genre of fiction, likely penned in the late 19th century. This enchanting tale is spun from the rich tapestry of Arabian folklore, centering on the eponymous character, Princess Badoura, and her love interest, Prince Camaralzaman. The narrative draws upon themes of love, adventure, and the trials faced by the protagonists as they navigate their lives intertwined by fate and magical encounters. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the troubled King Shahriar, who, having been betrayed by his first wife, marries a new woman each day only to execute her the following morning. The brilliant and resourceful Scheherazade enters this grim tale as his latest bride and spins tales over a thousand nights to save herself and others from his wrath. The opening portion sets the stage for the grand love story of Badoura and Camaralzaman, revealing their intertwined fates that are challenged by obstacles such as jealousy and mistaken identities. As the narrative unfolds, we witness the ancient themes of love, resilience, and the quest for personal agency within the confines of royal expectations, all against a backdrop rich in cultural lore and moral lessons.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Princess Badoura: A tale from the Arabian Nights
- Author credits: Housman, Laurence (1865–1959)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
- Arabs -- Folklore
- Fairy tales -- Arab countries
- Islam -- Fiction
- Kings and rulers -- Fiction
- Magic -- Fiction
- Marriage -- Fiction
- Princesses -- Fiction
- Tales -- Arab countries
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Novels
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