Robert lebling (39 résultats)

Paperback. Etat : Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Etat : good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly.…

Etat : New.

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Paperback or Softback. Etat : New. Legends of the Fire Spirits: Jinn and Genies from Arabia to Zanzibar. Book.

paperback. Etat : Very Good. May have light to moderate shelf wear and/or a remainder mark. Complete. Clean pages.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Etat : New.

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. A captivating synthesis of history and folklore, this is the most diverse collection of jinn lore ever assembled in one volumeWhen Westerners think of a genie, the first image that comes to mind may be Barbara Eden in her pink harem pants or the illuminated blue buffoon from the animated Disney film Aladdin. But to the people of the Arab and Islamic worlds, the picture is dramatically different. Legends of the Fire Spirits looks beyond Westernized caricatures to immerse the reader in the vibrant lore of the jinnthe wondrous, often troublesome, and sometimes terrifying spirit beings of ancient Arab and Islamic tradition.Robert Lebling delves into longlost accounts, medieval histories, colonial records, anthropologist's reports, and traveler's tales to explore the origin and evolution of legends that continue to thrive in the Middle East and beyond. He cuts through centuries of Orientalists' cultural presumption to craft a study that stands apart from the overwhelming body of literature concerned with religion in the Middle East.From ancient scriptures to The Arabian Nights and beyond, and with a foreword by acclaimed filmmaker Tahir Shah, Lebling has constructed a comprehensive account that not only transcends geographical borders but also spans some four millennia. When Westerners think of a genie, the first image that comes to mind may be Barbara Eden in her pink harem pants or the illuminated blue buffoon from the animated Disney film "Aladdin." But to the people of the Arab and Islamic worlds, the picture is dramatically different. "Legends of the Fire Spirits" looks beyond Westernized caricatures to immerse the reader in the vibrant lore of the jinn--the wondrous, often troublesome, and sometimes terrifying spirit beings of ancient Arab and Islamic tradition. Robert Lebling delves into long-lost accounts, medieval histories, colonial records, anthropologist's reports, and traveler's tales to explore the origin and evolution of legends that continue to thrive in the Middle East and beyond. He cuts through centuries of Orientalists' cultural presumption to craft a study that stands apart from the overwhelming body of literature concerned with religion in the Middle East. A captivating synthesis of history and folklore, this is the most diverse collection of jinn lore ever assembled in one volume. From ancient scriptures to "The Arabian Nights" and beyond, and with a foreword by acclaimed filmmaker Tahir Shah, Lebling has constructed a comprehensive account that not only transcends geographical borders but also spans some four millennia. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : New.

Paperback. Etat : New.

Etat : New.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Etat : New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 3-4 days from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Etat : new.

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 272 pages. 0.45x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Etat : New. 2011. Paperback. . . . . .

Paperback. Etat : New. Special order direct from the distributor.

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 272 pages. 0.45x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Etat : good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

Etat : New.

Etat : New. 2011. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback / softback. Etat : New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 2 working days.

Dos Passos, John 1st. ed.Dos Passos on the cover. new. Please email for info concerning any book or dust jacket. If d.j. does not appear in description, it means there is no dust jacket. Photos on request. Some books may have remainder marks. Heavy and/or oversized books require additional postage.

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 320 pages. 8.50x5.51x0.94 inches. In Stock.

Etat : good. Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in Good condition! Any other included accessories are also in Good condition showing use. Use can include some highlighting and writing, page and cover creases as well as other types visible wear.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. Dust jacket in good condition. Later printing. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. CLEAN COVER AND CONTENT PAGES. New protective mylar applied to dust jacket before shipping. See photos for more information. Secure packaging for safe delivery.…

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. Dust jacket in very good condition. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Secure packaging for safe delivery.

Paperback. Etat : Fair. Some dogearing of cover. Dust etc on edges of pages.