La Karavano by Wilhelm Hauff

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Author Hauff, Wilhelm, 1802-1827
Translator Eggleton, J. W.
Title La Karavano
Credits Produced by David G. Simpson
Summary "La Karavano" by Wilhelm Hauff is a collection of enchanting stories written in the early 19th century. The book intertwines the tales and adventures encountered by a group of merchants traveling through the desert, centering around the character Selim Baruĥ, a mysterious traveler who joins them. With an evocative storytelling style reminiscent of classic Arabian Nights, the narratives explore themes of fate, magic, and morality. The opening of "La Karavano" describes a vast desert setting where a caravan moves through an expansive landscape of sand and sky. As the caravan nears, a rider emerges, introducing himself as Selim Baruĥ from Baghdad. After a brief encounter with the caravan's guards, he is welcomed by the five merchants, who invite him to join their journey. The atmosphere shifts as Selim suggests they share stories to pass the time, leading to the first tale about Kalifo Ĥasid of Bagdad and a magical script that offers the ability to transform into animals. This narrative style sets the tone for a collection filled with intriguing plots, rich characters, and the allure of wonder and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Esperanto
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Fairy tales
Category Text
EBook-No. 22070
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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