Book: ‘The Parrot and the Merchant’
Pages: 32 Pages
About the Author:
Rumi was a thirteenth-century Persian philosopher. Marjan
Vafaian has been into the creation of elaborate and detailed book illustrations
for ten years. Having very well-received at home in Iran, her work has also been
a recipient of various awards at international exhibitions. She has brought to
life a modern twist to this ancient fable by casting a woman as the merchant.
She has also illustrated Bijan and Manije (2016) and Cinderella of the Nile
(2018) by the award-winning author Beverley Naidoo, published by Tiny Owl.
About the Book:
Mah Jahan, a rich merchant woman, collects birds in cages.
But when she brings back a gift for one of them, she learns a surprising
lesson. This exquisitely illustrated story is an enchanting fable exploring how
hard it is to let go of someone you love and give them freedom. Retold for
modern-day readers, this classic tale by Rumi is brought to life by the
award-winning illustrator Marjan Vafaian.
The book actually serves
manifold purposes. By giving a lesson of how hard it is to let go of someone you love, it also sends out a
strong message about the importance of freedom.
Happy Reading!