The Arabian Nights Encyclopedia: 2 volumes - Tapa dura

"The editors of these two volumes have succeeded in their goal of presenting the most comprehensive treatment of The Arabian Nights ever published in the English language. . . . Perhaps this erudite, fascinating encyclopedia will encourage scholars to further research and translation. Certainly it should awaken in readers a new appreciaton for these important tales." - American Reference Books Annual "The scholarship in the work is impeccable . . . The work is impressive . . . Recommended. Academic collections." - Choice

The most comprehensive treatment of the Arabian Nights ever published, with more than 800 detailed encyclopedic entries and a wealth of authoritative essays and resources. * Includes 800+ encyclopedic entries covering all aspects of the Arabian Nights * Begins with a fascinating introduction and a variety of essays by renowned scholars, presenting areas of pivotal interest and concern * Includes a concordance of tales in different editions and translations * Provides an extensive bibliography, featuring reference works published in English and other languages