Mariam: A Romance Of Persia (1906)

Mariam: A Romance of Persia is a novel written by Samuel Graham Wilson and published in 1906. The story is set in Persia during the 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mariam. Mariam is the daughter of a wealthy Persian merchant and is known for her beauty and intelligence. She is also known for her courage and her determination to live life on her own terms.The novel begins with Mariam's childhood and follows her as she grows up and falls in love with a young man named Jamshid. However, their love is forbidden by Mariam's father, who wants her to marry someone of his choosing. Mariam and Jamshid are forced to part ways, and Mariam is eventually married off to a wealthy but cruel man named Mirza.Mariam's life takes a dramatic turn when she is kidnapped by a group of bandits and taken to their hideout in the mountains. There, she meets a man named Hassan, who is the leader of the bandits. Hassan is initially hostile towards Mariam, but they eventually develop a deep and passionate love for each other.Mariam's life becomes even more complicated when she is rescued by Jamshid, who has become a powerful leader in Persia. Mariam is torn between her love for Hassan and her loyalty to Jamshid, and she must make a difficult decision about which man she truly loves.Mariam: A Romance of Persia is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of 19th century Persia. The novel is beautifully written and provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in Persia during this time period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, romance, or Persian culture.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.