Jalaladdeen of Bagdad -- The Story of Haschem -- The Pantofles -- Story of the Prince and the Lions -- The City of the Demons -- Jussuf, the Merchant of Balsora -- The Seven Sleepers -- The Enchanters; or, Misnar, the Sultan of India -- Sadik Beg -- Halechalbe and the Unknown Lady -- The Four Talismans -- The Story of Bohetzad; or, the Lost Child -- Urad; or, The Fair Wanderer -- Alischar and Smaragdine.
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"Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers" by L. Valentine is a collection of enchanting stories drawn from various ancient and modern sources, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This anthology is designed to captivate youthful readers with its diverse narratives, which include tales of adventure, moral lessons, and whimsical characters. The collection begins with the story of Jalaladdeen, a young man from Bagdad, highlighting his journey of self-discovery and the perils of indulgence." "At the start of the book, we are introduced to Jalaladdeen, who learns profound lessons from his father on frugality and self-control shortly before his passing. After discovering a hidden treasure in his father's house, Jalaladdeen is drawn into a lavish lifestyle filled with friends that leads him to neglect his father's wise advice. The narrative follows his descent into extravagance as he strives to please his new companions, ultimately leading him to lose all his wealth and confront the consequences of his actions. The opening sets the stage for a moral tale that weaves themes of temptation, responsibility, and redemption through a fantastical lens, setting up an engaging journey for readers." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
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