The Persian Bride
The Persian Bride by James Buchan, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2002, is a reprint edition comprising 343 pages. This book presents a narrative that intertwines a love story with elements of political intrigue and a deep exploration of modern Iran. Set against the backdrop of 1974, it follows the journey of John Pitt, a young Englishman who travels to Isfahan and falls in love with Shirin Farameh. Their marriage, forged amidst cultural differences and political turmoil, faces challenges that lead to their tragic separation.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes including romance, family life, and the complexities of marriage and divorce. The story unfolds as John embarks on a harrowing quest to reunite with Shirin, navigating the corrupt political landscape of the shah’s regime and the tumultuous battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan. The Persian Bride offers an unflinching look at the chaos of the twentieth century, making it a significant exploration of love and resilience in a time of upheaval.
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At once a great love story, a riveting political thriller, and a profound analysis of modern Iran, THE PERSIAN BRIDE is unflinching in its vision of twentieth-century chaos. In 1974, the young Englishman John Pitt follows the hippie trail to Isfahan, where he encounters the enchanting Shirin Farameh. These two young people fall desperately in love and marry, despite their cultural differences and the political upheaval surrounding them. When they are tragically separated, John sets off in search of his wife on a nightmare journey that takes him from the corrupt court of the shah to the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan.
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