Folk-Lore and Legends: Oriental

"Folk-Lore and Legends: Oriental" by Charles John Tibbitts is a compilation of Eastern folk tales and legends, penned in the late 1800s, features varied narratives displaying the culture, creativity, and principles of Eastern societies. Each story uncovers important parts of what it means to be human while highlighting themes of love, desire, and what happens because of choices people make. Beginning with "The Cobbler Astrologer," the book tells the story of Ahmed, a shoemaker from Isfahan, encouraged by his materialistic wife, Sittâra, to become an astrologer in search of wealth. Although he doesn't know much about astrology, Ahmed finds himself in funny and dangerous situations and has to depend on his cleverness and good luck to survive. Ahmed's adventures point out how ridiculous his wife's dreams are and explores important ideas about loyalty, love, and the unpredictable nature of life. The first story creates an atmosphere for the collection, calling on readers to enjoy the interesting and imaginative stories of the East.