Daydreams of an Octopus & Other Stories

<p>Like an expertly cut gemstone that catches the light <em>Daydreams of an Octopus & Other Stories</em> is a dazzling homage to the teaching tales contained in the great treasury of <em>A Thousand and One Nights</em>.</p><p> </p><p>Written to be appreciated in innumerable ways and on many levels this elegant collection is designed to be read and reread - for only then will the volume's magic come alive.</p><p> </p><p>Regarded as one of the foremost storytellers of the age Tahir Shah believes that tales - whether ancient or contemporary - have the ability to help us perceive the world around us with new clarity and with fresh eyes.</p><p> </p><p>The author of more than fifty books embracing fiction fantasy travel and academic research Shah is descended from a long line of storytellers. His father - the Sufi thinker Idries Shah - revealed life lessons to him through stories explaining that folktales are a repository of ancient knowledge that forms an instruction manual to the world.</p><p><br></p>