The Weird Orient: Nine Mystic Tales by Henry Iliowizi

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Author Iliowizi, Henry, 1850-1911
Illustrator Potts, William Sherman, 1876-1930
Title The Weird Orient: Nine Mystic Tales
Note Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The doom of Al Zameri -- Sheddad's palace of Irem -- The mystery of the Damavant -- The gods in exile -- King Solomon and Ashmodai -- The Croesus of Yemen -- The fate of Arzemia -- The student of Timbuctu -- A night by the Dead Sea.
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Summary "The Weird Orient: Nine Mystic Tales" by Henry Iliowizi is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The tales draw from the rich tapestry of Eastern folklore, particularly focusing on mystical themes and legends that explore the intersection of life, spirituality, and moral lessons rooted in Orient culture. The author's background as a member of a mystical sect provides authenticity and depth to the narratives, echoing the influence of his experiences in Morocco and his encounters with the people and their tales. The opening of the work introduces the mystical landscape of the Orient and the inspiration behind the stories, explaining that the author gathered material during his years in Tetuan, Morocco, where he interacted with local storytellers. He sets the tone for the collection by discussing the allure and mystery of the East, suggesting that the tales encapsulate the subtle spiritual essence of the region. The characters featured in this collection vary widely but are unified by their exploration of supernatural and philosophical themes, as illustrated in the opening tale, "The Doom of Al Zameri," which sets forth a legendary narrative about the wandering figure cursed for idolatry and explores the burden of guilt and redemption across ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Asia -- Fiction
Subject Orient -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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