The Persian Flower

The Persian Flower

Justin Perkins

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104320676
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''The Persian Flower'' is a memoir written by Justin Perkins about his daughter, Judith Grant Perkins, who was born and raised in Oroomiah, Persia in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Judith’s life, including her childhood in Persia, her education, and her experiences as a missionary in the region.Throughout the book, Perkins describes the challenges and triumphs of living in a foreign land and working to spread Christianity to the local population. He also provides insights into the culture and customs of the people of Persia, as well as the political and social climate of the region during that time.The memoir is filled with personal anecdotes and observations, as well as letters and diary entries from Judith herself. It offers a unique perspective on life in Persia during the 19th century and sheds light on the experiences of American missionaries in the region.Overall, ''The Persian Flower'' is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides a window into a bygone era and the lives of those who lived it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, religion, or the culture of Persia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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