The Shaving of Shagpat; an Arabian entertainment — Complete

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The Shaving of Shagpat; an Arabian entertainment — Complete

by George Meredith

EN·~8 hours·27 chapters

Chapters

27 total
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THE SHAVING OF SHAGPAT

0:01
2

By George Meredith

0:03
3

THE SHAVING OF SHAGPAT - BOOK I.

0:02
4

THE THWACKINGS

36:57
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AND THIS IS THE STORY OF BHANAVAR THE BEAUTIFUL

2:18:13
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THE BETROTHAL

17:29
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AND THIS IS THE PUNISHMENT OF SHAHPESH, THE PERSIAN, ON KHIPIL, THE BUILDER

11:52
8

THE GENIE KARAZ

12:08
9

THE WELL OF PARAVID

7:24
10

THE HORSE GARRAVEEN

9:55

Description

In this delightfully eccentric tale, a down‑on‑his‑luck barber named Shibli Bagarag finds himself thrust from the bustling streets of Shiraz into the glittering, other‑worldly city of Shagpat. Driven by hunger and a prophecy of greatness, he sets out to complete a bizarre royal commission: shaving the enigmatic son of a long‑line of clothiers. Along the way, he encounters a crone who offers cryptic counsel, whispering of hidden doors and forgotten kingdoms that lie beneath the palace’s marble arches.

The story unfolds with a blend of Arabian romance and playful satire, as Shibli’s simple quest quickly spirals into encounters with enchanted palaces, sleeping kings, and imprisoned princesses. The narrative balances vivid, almost lyrical description with witty commentary on fate, ambition, and the absurdities of courtly life. Listeners will be swept into a world where everyday concerns mingle with magic, and a humble barber’s adventure promises both humor and wonder.

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Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (499K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Pat Castevans and David Widger

Release date

2004-11-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

George Meredith

George Meredith

1828–1909

A sharp, witty Victorian voice, this English novelist and poet is best known for brilliant dialogue, psychological insight, and a style that rewards close reading. His work helped push the English novel toward greater complexity, with books like The Egoist and poems such as Modern Love still drawing attention today.

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