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Stories from Iran: A Chicago Anthology

"The first and most comprehensive body of short fiction in translation, Stories From Iran samples the works of some of the greatest Iranian authors of this century, as well as those by lesser known writers with few published stories to their name. . . . The translation and publication of these works does a rare and valuable service to the literature of the East and West alike."
- - Los Angeles Times
"This anthology is not only a timely introduction to an unfamiliar literature but offers as well illuminating insights into a society where the postmodern and pre-Renaissance still uneasily coexist. . . . Rich in imagery and symbols."
- - Kirkus Reviews

"[the stories] stand out for their originality and well-modulated feeling."
- - Publishers Weekly

"The writings examine the most common social, political, economic, and cultural concerns of Iranians. Readers will find modern Iranian writers for the most part conscious and critical of their society and committed to ameliorating its conditions. . . . The translations are smooth and quite readable."
- -Middle East Journal

"The selection, editing, and translation [of the stories] were undertaken by scholars of Persian literature at the University of Chicago. Their work will clearly benefit other scholars in the field and contribute to a better understanding of the Persian short story among nonspecialists."
- - World Literature Today