The Curious History of Arab Escorts and the Arabian Nights
The figure of the Arab escort has long been shaped by myth, exoticism, and colonial distortion. This article explores how centuries of rich Arab culture—from poetry and science to music and storytelling—were reduced to fantasy through works like Arabian Nights and Victorian censorship. By tracing this transformation, we uncover the complex truth behind the stereotype and reclaim the Arab escort as a symbol of agency, intellect, and cultural legacy.