The House of the Edrisis
A Novel, Volume One

Ghazaleh Alizadeh (Author), M. R. Ghanoonparvar (Translated by)

9780815602897

Paperback / softback, published 15 October 2024

304 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 cm, 0.43 kg

Alizadeh is a remarkable writer whose works are now receiving more critical attention among scholars, students, and critics of Persian literature." - Nasrin Rahimieh, UC Irvine

"The English translation of Alizadeh’s The House of Edrisis stands as a testament to the brilliance of Persian literature, particularly within the modernist movement. This novel, a major work of Persian literary achievement, now opens its doors to a broader audience through a masterful translation by Ghanoonparvar." - M. Mehdi Khorrami, author of Literary Subterfuge and Contemporary Persian Fiction

Celebrated Iranian novelist Ghazeleh Alizadeh’s The House of the Edrisis is a novel deeply rooted in historical and cultural significance inviting readers into a world of revolution, power, and societal transformation. The story revolves around a once-affluent aristocratic family and their majestic house, a decaying and melancholy backdrop for the unfolding drama among a colorful cast of disgraced family members and disillusioned revolutionaries.

Set in Central Asia, Alizadeh’s story cleverly parallels the Islamic Revolution in Iran and offers an intimate portrait of both young ideologues-turned-tyrants and jaded women whose hope for change slowly fades. With a sardonic tone and elements of black comedy and farce, The House of the Edrisis offers an engrossing reflection on a turbulent history and the enduring spirit of men and women living through it.