num_pages: 552
description: The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan is a novel written by James Justinian Morier. It follows the story of Hajji Baba, a young Persian man from the city of Ispahan who embarks on a series of adventures and misadventures throughout his travels in Iran. The novel is set in the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of Persia during that time. Hajji Baba is a charming and witty character who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. He starts his journey as a barber's apprentice but soon finds himself working for a wealthy merchant, then as a soldier, and eventually as a courtier in the royal court. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters, including a beautiful princess, a ruthless bandit, and a cunning eunuch. As Hajji Baba navigates his way through the complexities of Persian society, he learns valuable lessons about loyalty, honor, and the importance of staying true to oneself. The novel is filled with humor, romance, and adventure, making it a delightful read for anyone interested in Persian culture or historical fiction.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.
language: English
title: The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan
titlecomplete: The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan
genres: Literature, Classics, Novels, Adventure, Roman, Fiction, Iran
ratings_count: 520
places: Isfahan, Persia
publisher: Kessinger Publishing