An anonymous 17th-century Chinese erotic and satirical classicWritten during a spell of ten rainy days in the late Ming dynasty, À l’ombre des pêchers en fleur is a dazzling literary gem that blends eroticism, wit, and social satire. The story follows a brilliant young scholar as he navigates the twin paths of academic success—triumphing in the imperial exams—and romantic pleasure, seducing women from all walks of life: widows, nuns, servants, and wives.But beyond the sensu...

"Allahu Akbar: A Journey Through Islamic Faith" explores the profound meaning of the Islamic phrase "Allahu Akbar" (God is the Greatest), tracing its spiritual, cultural, and historical significance. This insightful nonfiction work delves into its use in daily prayers, moments of devotion, and Islamic traditions, offering a respectful and authentic perspective. Through personal stories, historical context, and reflections, the book celebrates the phrase’s role in fostering faith and unity,...

Un chef-d'œuvre érotique oublié de la Chine impériale.Publié pour la première fois vers 1646 sous la dynastie Ming, Tout pour l’amour est un recueil anonyme d’histoires érotiques aussi audacieuses que modernes. Perdu pendant plus de trois siècles et inédit en France jusqu’à aujourd’hui, ce texte rare révèle une vision libérée, drôle et imaginative du plaisir sexuel, loin des conventions morales de son époque.Ici, pas de longues introductions ni de récits voilés : l’auteur e...

Summary :Sindbad, who has spent all the inheritance of his father, decides to go to sea to try to regain his fortune.His captain and the crew disembark on what they believe to be an island. In reality, it is a giant whale which, once awake, dives. Some of them drown.The captain and part of his crew board their boat and flee, leaving Sindbad, whom they didn't see, hanging on to a piece of wood.Sindbad then drifts towards an island, that of Ki...

This ebook is the complete reproduction of the preserved Voynich Manuscript, formatted for high resolution color ebook reader displays. The Voynich manuscript, also known as "the world's most mysterious manuscript", is a work which dates to the early 15th century, possibly from northern Italy. It is named after the book dealer Wilfrid Voynich, who purchased it in 1912.Much of the manuscript resembles herbal manuscripts of the time period, seeming to present illustrations and inform...

One day a poor fisherman finds a large and heavy chest. Caliph Harun al-Rashid buys the chest, thinking that it encloses a treasure. Instead, he finds out that it contains a woman's corpse sliced into pieces. Following this discovery, the caliph orders his vizier Ja'far, to find the murderer within three years, otherwise he will be executed. Unfortunately, due to the lack of evidence, the vizier is not able to make a proper investigation and the fatal day looms closer. But Ja'far gets luck...

After their father's death, the two brothers, Nur al-Din and Shams al-Din, agree to marry two sisters on the same day. The main idea is that Nur wants to have a son, while Shams wants to have a daughter. And so it happens. Shams al-Din has a daughter and Nur al-Din has a son – Badr al-Din. Right before he dies, Nur tells his young boy about his uncle Shams, who is still in Cairo. After the death of his father, Badr al-Din loses the approval of the sultan and must flee away.Why did ...

Sinbad is a poor man who works as a carrier under the regime of Harun al-Rashid. Every day, obediently, the man carries the heavy load on his head. One day he feels that fatigue taking over him, and he decides to sit and rest for a few minutes. While Sinbad rests, he sees a store full of fascinating luxuries and he thanks Allah for the beautiful sight. When the owner of the shop sees the poor man, he decides to invite him inside. When the two men gets to know each other, it turns out that ...

Aladdin is a boy, who lives in poverty with his mother. One day, while he is playing outside, an African magician approaches him and claims that he is Aladdin's uncle. The mysterious man tricks the boy to work for him by promising him wealthy rewards. Aladdin agrees after having gotten his mother's permission. The African man instructs the boy to enter a dark cave and fetch him an oil lamp and Aladdin jumps into the cave to finds it. However, the boy refuses to pass it to the magician befo...

Ali Baba and Cassim are two Persian brothers. Ali Baba barely manages to put food on the table for his family, while his brother lives an easy life thanks to his rich wife. One day, while chopping wood in the forest, Ali Baba sees a band of thieves laden with treasures approaching. They stop in front of a rock and the captain shouts "Open Sesame!". What happens next is pure magic. The giant rock moves to the sides and opens a portal which the thieves enter. After a few minutes they come ou...

Money laundering accounts for 3% of global GDP ($3,000 billion). If it were a country, it would be the world's 8th largest, equivalent to the UK's GDP. The aim of this essay is to describe the mechanisms by which money is laundered, in particular the two main “schools” of fraud: financial flows and capital ownership. It also explores the demonetization of fraud, via the art market, real estate in London and the Alps, and the luxury watch market, which illustrate both the agility of fraudst...

The story revolves around a group of friends, Aryan, Manav, Nitika, Aashvi, and Aarav, who are starting college together. They navigate through their college life, forming new friendships and discovering their feelings for each other. Aryan and Manav both develop feelings for Nitika, while Aashvi has a crush on Manav. Aarav, who is arrogant and selfish, also shows an interest in Nitika. As the story progresses, Aryan and Manav compete for Nitika's affection, while Aashvi supports and encou...