Winter in Tabriz

Winter in Tabriz is a novel that tells the story of four young people living in 1970s Iran during the months immediately prior to the revolution. It is based on Sheila Llewellyn's own experience of living in Tabriz during the winter of 1978 and is an expertly imagined tale of the fight for artistic freedom, young love, and the legacies of conflict.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 24 June 2021
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Winter in Tabriz is a haunting and atmospheric novel by Anita Sethi. Set in 1970s Iran, the story follows the lives of four young individuals caught up in the tumultuous events leading up to the revolution.

Damian and Anna, both students from Oxford University, find themselves entangled with two Iranians: Arash, a poet, and his older brother Reza, a student sympathetic to the struggles of dissident writers in Iran and a would-be photojournalist passionate about capturing the rebellion on the streets.

The novel draws on Sheila Llewellyn's personal experience of living in Tabriz during the winter of 1978, during the final chaotic months before the revolution took hold in January 1979. It is a beautifully crafted tale that explores themes of artistic freedom, young love, and the lasting legacies of conflict.

Through their interactions and experiences, the characters face difficult choices and navigate the complex social and political landscape of 1970s Iran. The novel's atmospheric writing and vivid descriptions transport readers to the heart of a tumultuous period in history, leaving a lasting impact on those who encounter it.

Winter in Tabriz is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, contemporary Iran, or the struggle for human rights. Anita Sethi's powerful storytelling and compelling characters make this novel a truly memorable and thought-provoking experience.

Weight: 458g
Dimension: 146 x 223 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473663145