The Shaving of Shagpat; an Arabian Entertainment — Complete
1856
The Shaving of Shagpat; an Arabian Entertainment — Complete
1856
Adventure, Humour, Novels, Science-Fiction & Fantasy
The Shaving of Shagpat; an Arabian Entertainment is a fantasy novel by George Meredith, first published in 1856. The story follows Shibli Bagarag, a Persian barber, who embarks on a quest to shave the tyrant Shagpat, whose magical hair holds his city captive. Blending humor and adventure, the narrative features a series of fantastical encounters, including genies and a talking hawk, and is structured in the style of the Arabian Nights with multiple stories within the main tale. This work is notable for its allegorical elements and rich, imaginative storytelling.
