The Blood Of Flowers

Name: The Blood Of Flowers
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780755334216
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By Anita Amirrezvani

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The Blood of Flowers by Anita Amirrezvani is a captivating tale set in 17th-century Persia. It follows a young, unnamed woman whose life drastically changes after her father dies, forcing her and her mother into a new life in the bustling city of Isfahan. She discovers her talent for carpet making, which becomes a source of both struggle and empowerment amidst a backdrop of vibrant culture and challenging social norms.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories about personal growth and resilience set in exotic locations. The narrative unfolds against the rich cultural backdrop of 17th-century Persia, delving into themes of artistry and survival. It offers a vivid exploration of both historical and personal landscapes, perfect for fans of immersive storytelling.

The Blood Of Flowers

Long-listed for the Orange Prize. A stunning and evocative novel set in exotic seventeenth-century Iran, with the power of THE KITE RUNNER, A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS and HALF OF A YELLOW SUN.

A stunning and evocative first novel with the power of A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS, HALF OF A YELLOW SUN and THE ISLAND

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Set in seventeenth-century Iran, The Blood of Flowers is the powerful and haunting story of a young girl's journey from innocence to adulthood.

The novel begins in the 1620s in a remote village where the narrator (whose name, in the Iranian storytelling tradition, we are never to know) lives with her mother and rug-maker father. On the sudden death of her father, our heroine and her mother fall upon hard times and are forced to travel to the bustling, beautiful, exotic city of Isfahan where relatives take them in.

Everything is new: the grudging charity of her aunt, the encouragement of her uncle, one of the finest carpet-makers in the world, who begins to teach her his craft, the treacherous friendship of the daughter of rich neighbours. And there's an adventure ahead which will introduce her to the sensual side of life as well as to the cruelty of betrayal and rejection before she finds her way to contentment and possibly, even, to happiness, in a world full of contrasts and dangers.

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Set in seventeenth-century Isfahan, The Blood of Flowers has been praised for its evocative depiction of the time and place, with rich sensory details that bring the setting to life. Critics have highlighted its vibrant narrative, capturing elements of both beauty and hardship through the protagonist's personal journey. The book's lyrical prose and striking debut have captivated reviewers, making it a memorable and gripping read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755334216

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 April 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 329g

Pages: 464

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Anita Amirrezvani Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Anita Amirrezvani was born in Iran but has lived in the USA since she was a young child. She has visited Iran many times and has been steeped in tales of Iranian life and history from an early age. THE BLOOD OF FLOWERS is her first novel.