Publisher's Synopsis
Mariam: A Romance of Persia is a novel written by Samuel Graham Wilson and published in 1906. The story is set in 17th century Persia and follows the life of Mariam, a young woman who is orphaned at a young age and taken in by a wealthy family. Mariam grows up to be a beautiful and intelligent woman, and catches the eye of the local ruler, Shah Abbas II. Despite their differences in social status, Mariam and the Shah fall in love and embark on a passionate romance that is threatened by political intrigue and betrayal. The novel is a vivid portrayal of Persian culture and society during the Safavid dynasty, and explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power. Mariam: A Romance of Persia is considered a classic of historical fiction and has been praised for its richly detailed setting and engaging characters.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.
