In this handsomely-bound volume, Rahimieh (comparative literature, U. of Alberta, Canada) presents selected narratives written by Persians from the 16th century to modern times. Each of the five chapters is devoted to a particular individual who traveled away from Persia either in an actual or a metaphorical journey. Together, they represent ways in which Persian travelers have interacted with other cultures and how these interactions helped them to define themselves. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
