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100			_aMitchell, H. Q.
245		0	_aAli baba and forty thieves
260			_c2008 _bMM Publications _aSingapore
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490			_aPrimary readers
520			_a"Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves" is a classic tale from the collection of Middle Eastern folk stories known as "One Thousand and One Nights" or "Arabian Nights". The story is set in ancient Persia and follows the adventures of Ali Baba, a poor woodcutter. One day, while working in the forest, Ali Baba overhears a group of forty thieves who are hiding their treasure in a secret cave. The cave's entrance opens with the magical phrase "Open Sesame." After the thieves leave, Ali Baba enters the cave and discovers a vast amount of gold and precious items. He takes some of the treasure to improve his own life, but soon finds himself in danger when the thieves discover that their secret has been compromised. The thieves, led by their cunning leader, plan to retrieve their treasure and eliminate Ali Baba. However, Ali Baba's cleverness and the resourcefulness of his loyal servant, Morgiana, play a crucial role in outsmarting the thieves and ensuring the safety of his family. The story is a captivating blend of adventure, suspense, and cleverness, and it highlights themes of bravery, resourcefulness, and the triumph of good over evil.
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