This very timely book explores the culture, religion, government and politics of Iran. The writer, Hooman Majd, has a unique perspective as he was born in Iran, but raised in the West-- the United Kingdom and United States. He currently lives and works in New York City, but travels frequently back to his homeland. Mr. Majd's writing style has a light touch, and his stories are easy to relate to. He shows us that people all over the world are very much the same. The structures of government, religion and culture may be unique and create a different point of view, yet he reminds us that the best way to learn about ourselves is to read and learn about others. As one member of our reading club stated, "Books inform us about different people and places, and this authors wry sense of humor make this book a wonderful read."
Recommended Related Titles:
No god but God: the origins, evolution, and future of Islam by Reza Aslan
Infidel by Ayaan Hirsi Ali
The Faith Club: a Muslin, a Christian, a Jew: three women search for understanding by Ranya Idliby
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