Abdallah eli nelilehtinen apila: Arabialainen kertomus

Name: Abdallah eli nelilehtinen apila: Arabialainen kertomus
Author: Édouard Laboulaye

By Édouard Laboulaye

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Mythology, Legends & Folklore

About This Book

A framed folkloric narrative follows the birth and upbringing of a long-awaited son in a prosperous household and the ripple effects of his arrival. The account traces his education, journeys with caravans, encounters with rulers and tests of fortune, and a succession of moral trials involving patience, gratitude, revenge and reconciliation. Episodic motifs—symbolic precious leaves, auctions, hospitality and hostile plots—drive a sequence of adventures that interweave suspenseful incidents with reflections on fate, virtue and the social obligations that determine reward and restitution.

About the Author

Édouard Laboulaye

Édouard Laboulaye was a French political thinker, lawyer, and author, best known for his contributions to literature and his advocacy for democracy and civil liberties. He is particularly recognized for his work "Laboulaye's Fairy Book," which showcases his talent for storytelling and his interest in folklore. Laboulaye's writings often reflect his deep engagement with social issues and his belief in the power of education and enlightenment. In addition to his fairy tales, he wrote several other notable works, including "Contes et nouvelles" and "Paris en América," which further illustrate his literary versatility and cultural insights.