ARABIAN NIGHTS & ARABIAN NIGHTS – TRADITIONAL TALES FROM A THOUSAND AND ONE NIGHTS, CONTEMPORARY TALES FOR ADULTS
Author: Clive Johnson
Published by: Labyrinthe Press, 11th October 2016.
ISBN: 978-0-9932029-6-4
Print edition: 330 pages, paperback.
Kindle edition:978-0-9932029-7-1
Recommended Price:
US$13.95,UK£10.95,€14.95,CA$12.95,AU$17.95.
Audible version available soon
Book Description:
This innovative book offers retellings of a selection of tales that have captured the imaginations of countless people over many centuries. Accompanying each is a contemporary short story that reframes the messages and teachings of the original, specifically written for an adult audience.
Here are stories of betrayal and murder, exploitation and sibling rivalry, soul-searching and discovery. The modern parallel tales swap the busy alleyways of old Baghdad for the horror of Saddam's prisons, move from following caravans sweeping across the Sahara to modern day pilgrims trekking along the Caminos of northern Spain, and lift Aladdin out of his cave to unwittingly face Triad gangsters and antiques smugglers.
Wayward Baptist ministers, adulterous accountants, and eco-warrior backpackers follow in the footsteps of the no-less colourful characters than those that feature in the original tales.
Book Review:
ARABIAN NIGHTS & ARABIAN NIGHTS
Author: Clive Johnson
Review By: Brittany Perez
(Oh My Bookness)
(Oh My Bookness)
@ohmybookness
October 25, 2016
The tales of Arabian Nights & Arabian Nights are made up of scoundrel and noble characters. This book is made up of various stories that all tend to be quite extraordinary in their own way. Author Clive Johnson took the classic iconic tales and gave them a makeover with their underlying classical whimsy intact. There is more though, can’t forget about the new clever twist. Who doesn’t like a good twist.
These days re-writing classic tales, fairytales , folklore, folktales, has become a staple in publishing and on the screen. One Thousand and One Nights, affectionately known as Arabian Nights in English editions is a collection of folktales. For me this is the first time I have had the pleasure of seeing a fresh “modern” take (as you would say these days) on it. I can’t say either that I was dissatisfied with it. You never know when you love a classic so much if a the “new” will disappoint. Just thought, for me it didn’t…all you hardcore folktale, folklore, fairytales lovers, who just appreciate the classics to the point seeing it altered is blasphemous, maybe thank twice before reading. Others more adventurous and open…you know what you want to do.
There is a story for everybody and everyone to enjoy. This book is for young adults and up. The traditional tales is always a favorite of mine, the contemporary version is enlightening but maybe not for everyone. Its however how the reader may interpret the story. The way one does will determine how much they find it enjoyable. There is fantasy, murder and betrayal, a little of most everything thrown in. A little just for everyone.
These days re-writing classic tales, fairytales , folklore, folktales, has become a staple in publishing and on the screen. One Thousand and One Nights, affectionately known as Arabian Nights in English editions is a collection of folktales. For me this is the first time I have had the pleasure of seeing a fresh “modern” take (as you would say these days) on it. I can’t say either that I was dissatisfied with it. You never know when you love a classic so much if a the “new” will disappoint. Just thought, for me it didn’t…all you hardcore folktale, folklore, fairytales lovers, who just appreciate the classics to the point seeing it altered is blasphemous, maybe thank twice before reading. Others more adventurous and open…you know what you want to do.
There is a story for everybody and everyone to enjoy. This book is for young adults and up. The traditional tales is always a favorite of mine, the contemporary version is enlightening but maybe not for everyone. Its however how the reader may interpret the story. The way one does will determine how much they find it enjoyable. There is fantasy, murder and betrayal, a little of most everything thrown in. A little just for everyone.
ABOUT CLIVE
‘Arabian Nights & Arabian Nights’ is Clive Johnson’s seventh book, and the second in the series that takes old and often familiar tales and retells them alongside modern-day versions. Taking this approach, Clive says that he aims to recapture some of the magic and important messages that can be found in traditional fairytales, stories from mythology, etc, and inspire fresh wonder among adult readers.
His earlier books were aimed at business readers, and he’s also edited an anthology of interfaith wisdom. Recently, Clive has also started narrating and producing audible audiobooks for other authors, which is an activity that he says he particularly enjoys.
Clive spends most of his time in the UK, where he was born, although he has no fixed home. This allows him to follow his heart from place to place, often house and pet sitting for friends and others who are taking a break away. He also often takes in or hosts retreats and workshops on various themes. Many house sits introduce him to some wonderful furry friends, and provide the perfect opportunity for settling into some serious writing.
Having an autistic condition and with a strong interest in mysticism, Clive likes to approach his work with a keen curiosity. He says that he enjoys researching and imagining a story almost as much as he does writing it.
Clive is an avid reader, and an ordained interfaith minister.
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