Volume 1
Volume 1: The Tale of Those Without Shadows
The Tale of Those Without Shadows Once, this land was home to a group of a people without shadows. They led simple lives, knowing nothing about the world outside the place...
A Thousand Nights — Volume guide
Volume 1: The Tale of Those Without Shadows The Tale of Those Without Shadows Once, this land was home to a group of a people without shadows. They led simple lives, knowing nothing about the world outside the...
6
Volumes
31
Min Read
6,106
Words
Series Facts
- Region
- Sumeru
- Length
- 31 min · 6,106 words
- Volumes
- 6 sections
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Volume opening passages
Excerpts from the start of each volume. Follow a link to continue reading.
Volume 2
Volume 2: The Tale of the Dastur
The Tale of the Dastur Once upon a time, there was a Vahumana Dastur who traveled alone into the desert depths to investigate the ruins of ancient realms. Unfortunately, he...
Volume 3
Volume 3: The Tale of the Prince and the Sumpter Beast
The Tale of the Prince and the Sumpter Beast Long, long ago, when Port Ormos was still ruled by the seafaring Deys, there was one valiant Dey amongst their number. He was the...
Volume 4
Volume 4: The Tale of the Researcher
The Tale of the Researcher Once upon a time, there lived a researcher, upon whom all the hallmarks of the haughty man of letters might be seen, though he himself — and we...
Volume 5
Volume 5: The Tale of the Mirror, the Palace, and the Dreamer
The Tale of the Mirror, the Palace, and the Dreamer Night after night, she would always dream about that distant palace. Its intricate structure was formed of infinite...
Volume 6
Volume 6: Tale of the Bird Chaser
Tale of the Bird Chaser This is a story of an old bird chaser. North of the kingdom lies a dense forest. It is home to a flock of birds that can mimic the words of humans...
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