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Drinking Arak Off an Ayatollah's Beard: A Journey Through the InsideOut Worlds of Iran and Afghanistan,Used
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An engrossing blend of travel writing and history, Drinking Arak off an Ayatollahs Beard traces one mans adventurefilled journey through todays Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia, and describes his remarkable attempt to make sense of the present by delving into the past.Setting out to gain insight into the lives of Iranians and Afghans today, Nicholas Jubber is surprised to uncover the legacy of a vibrant preIslamic Persian culture that has endured even in times of the most fanatic religious fundamentalism. Everywherefrom underground dance parties to religious shrines to opium denshe finds powerful and unbreakable connections to a time when both Iran and Afghanistan were part of the same mighty empire, when the flame of Persian culture lit up the world.Whether through his encounters with poets and cab drivers or runins with pleasure daughters and mujahideen, again and again Jubber is drawn back to the eleventhcentury Persian epic, the Shahnameh (Book of Kings). The poem becomes not only his window into the regions past, but also his link to its tumultuous present, and through it Jubber gains access to an Iran and Afghanistan seldom revealed or depicted: insideout worlds in which he has tea with a warlord, is taught how to walk like an Afghan, and even discovers, on a night full of bootleg alcohol and dancing, what it means to drink arak off an Ayatollahs beard.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Drinking Arak Off an Ayatollah's Beard'? A: The book explores the author's journey through Iran and Afghanistan, blending travel writing with historical insights to uncover the enduring legacy of Persian culture amidst contemporary challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Nicholas Jubber, who shares his personal experiences and observations during his travels in Iran and Afghanistan.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: When was 'Drinking Arak Off an Ayatollah's Beard' published? A: The book was published on May 4, 2010.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item is in new condition.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: The book is ideal for readers interested in travel writing, Persian culture, and the historical context of Iran and Afghanistan.
- Q: What insights can readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a mix of personal anecdotes, historical references, and cultural observations that provide a unique perspective on Iran and Afghanistan.
- Q: Does the book cover any historical events? A: Yes, the book delves into historical events and cultural legacies that shape the current realities of Iran and Afghanistan.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Drinking Arak Off an Ayatollah's Beard'? A: The title reflects the author's exploration of cultural practices and the juxtaposition of traditional and modern experiences in the region.