1895 Rare Book - The Arabian Nights' Entertainments by the Rev. Geo. Fyler Townsend. Illustrated.

Author: Rev. Geo. Fyler Townsend.
Title: The Arabian Nights' Entertainments.
Publisher: London and New York, Frederick Warne and Co., no date (circa 1895). A New Edition, revised, with notes.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 8" X 5.5".
Pages: viii-632 pages.
Binding: Very good original illustrated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Upper edge gilt.
Content:  Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, gift note of a previous 1904 owner on the second blank page - as shown, rare light foxing mainly on the last pages - as shown).
Illustrated: Complete with the three color and eight black and white full-page illustrations.

Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies in this nice binding variant available for sale worldwide).

The book: A scarce edition of "The Arabian Night's Entertainments" translated by the Rev. Geo. Fyler Townsend, offers a rich collection of Middle Eastern folk tales that have captivated readers for centuries. This edition, published around 1895, is cherished for its comprehensive assembly of stories that include the adventures of Aladdin, Sinbad the Sailor, and many other iconic tales. The book's appeal is further enhanced by its beautifully illustrated full-cloth binding and the inclusion of both color and black-and-white illustrations, which bring the narratives to life.

The author: Rev. Geo. Fyler Townsend was among the first to provide a complete translation of "The Arabian Nights" into English, making these beloved tales accessible to a wider audience. His translation is noted for its fidelity to the original text, capturing the vibrant essence of the stories while presenting them in a language that resonates with English-speaking readers.