Sanan Aliyev (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 2010 Neptune Press paperback edition. Light reading wear else very good condition. From the cover 'M.F.Akhundov's famous play 'The Botanist Monsieur Jordan and The Sorcerer - Dervish Mastali Shah' has finally been translated into English, in order to reach a European audience in published form. Focusing on a series of bizarre incidents, occurring in the Karabakh region of 19th Century Azerbaijan; we encounter cross-cultural comedies of error. A French scientist, who is the guest of a local aristocratic family, wants to take Lord Hatamkhan's nephew, Mr. Shahbaz, with him to Paris, in order to extend his education. But Mr. Shahbaz is betrothed to the Lord's daughter and their wedding is going to take place within weeks. Therefore, superstitious relatives, opposing these plans, undertake every possible ruse to keep him at home; including the occult services of a well-known Iranian Magician.'.…