Mahmoud Dowlatabadi

1 summaryLiterary Fiction, Politics, Historical Fiction

Mahmoud Dowlatabadi is an Iranian author known for his contributions to contemporary fiction. His notable work, "The Colonel," explores themes of power and oppression in a politically charged environment. Dowlatabadi's writing often reflects the complexities of Iranian society and history.

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Books by Mahmoud Dowlatabadi

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The Colonel
Mahmoud Dowlatabadi
3.8 (558) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
On a rain-slicked Iranian night, a retired Colonel confronts the devastating legacy of a revolution devouring its own, forced to bury his tortured daughter while grappling with the ghosts of his nation's past and the shattered ideals of his children.