101 Middle Eastern Tales and Their Impact on Western Oral Tradition

Focusing on the historical and comparative aspects of folk narratives, this work examines over one hundred tales from Middle Eastern Muslim literatures that have influenced Western oral tradition. Ulrich Marzolph applies specific criteria for inclusion, ensuring tales originate from Middle Eastern sources and were recorded by Western narrators in the nineteenth or twentieth century. The book highlights the enduring impact of these "Oriental" narratives on Western culture, showcasing their lasting significance in popular tradition.