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Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1967 Turkish Book Turkey 1001 Nights Illustrated

$40.00

Anonymous (From One Thousand and One Nights) – Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Ali Baba ve 40 Haramiler) – İyigün Yayınları 1967 Edition

Description:

This is the 1967 Turkish edition of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (Ali Baba ve 40 Haramiler), published by İyigün Yayınları. The story has been passed down through generations in the oral storytelling tradition and is widely associated with the famous One Thousand and One Nights (Binbir Gece Masalları) collection. The tale of Ali Baba, the secret cave and the forty thieves has become one of the most recognizable stories in world folklore and children's literature.

The story follows Ali Baba, a poor woodcutter who accidentally discovers the hidden cave of a band of forty thieves and learns the magical words that open its entrance. His discovery of the treasure soon puts him in danger when the thieves realize that someone has found their secret. The adventure unfolds through greed, deception, cleverness and courage, with the famous secret cave providing the story with its enduring sense of mystery and excitement.

For collectors, this 1967 Turkish edition is particularly appealing because it combines an early publication date with abundant illustrations throughout the book. Illustrated editions of classic fairy tales from this period preserve not only the stories themselves but also the visual style and children's publishing culture of their era. For collectors of vintage Turkish children's books, illustrated folklore and classic fairy-tale editions, this is a charming period collectible with strong nostalgic and historical appeal.

Key Features:

• Author: Anonymous (From One Thousand and One Nights)

• Original Title: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

• Turkish Title: Ali Baba ve 40 Haramiler

• Publisher: İyigün Yayınları

• Publication Year: 1967

• Language: Turkish

• Genre: Fairy Tale; Children's Literature; Folklore; Adventure

• Literary Tradition: One Thousand and One Nights / Binbir Gece Masalları

• Themes: Adventure; Treasure; Greed; Courage; Deception; Cleverness; Good vs. Evil

• Illustrations: Contains numerous illustrations throughout the book

• Collector Appeal: 1967 Turkish edition of one of the world's most famous folktales, enhanced by abundant period illustrations. A particularly attractive collectible for enthusiasts of vintage Turkish children's literature, illustrated fairy tales, folklore and nostalgic mid-century publishing.

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