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Goli Taraghi

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Goli Taraghi

Goli Taraghi was born in Tehran. She began her writing career with a collection of short stories entitled I Am Che Guevara Too in 1969. Her first novel, Winter Sleep, was published in 1973 and has been translated into English and French. Her most recent book, The Pomegranate Lady and Her Sons and Other Stories, has just been published by W. W. Norton. She has been honored as a Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres in France, and her work has been widely anthologized and translated. She lives in Tehran and Paris. 

Articles by Goli Taraghi

The First Day
By Goli Taraghi
“Each element establishes a layer that gives the story added weight and heft.”—Francine Prose
Translated from Persian by the author
Encounter
By Goli Taraghi
I have a feeling that it is a mistake to go to the party at Mr. M.'s, especially under the circumstances.
Translated from Persian by Faridoun Farrokh
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The Neighbor
By Goli Taraghi
We have no choice but to obey.
Translated from Persian by Azizeh Azodi
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The Pomegranate Lady and Her Sons
By Goli Taraghi
The old lady taps me on the shoulder. Dear Lady, I'd give my life for you. I'm late. I'm afraid I'll be left behind.
Translated from Persian by Karim Emami & Sara Khalili