The Persian Flower

The Persian Flower is a memoir written by Justin Perkins, detailing the life of his wife, Judith Grant Perkins, who was born and raised in Oroomiah, Persia (now known as Iran) in the mid-1800s. The book chronicles Judith's upbringing in a missionary family, her education, and her eventual marriage to Justin, who was also a missionary in Persia.The memoir provides a vivid description of life in Persia during the 19th century, including the customs, traditions, and religious beliefs of the people. It also highlights the challenges faced by missionaries in their efforts to spread Christianity in a predominantly Muslim country.Throughout the book, Justin shares personal anecdotes of his life with Judith, including their travels and the birth of their children. He also includes excerpts from Judith's own diary, providing a unique perspective on her thoughts and experiences.Overall, The Persian Flower is a touching tribute to Judith's life and legacy as a missionary in Persia. It offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of missionary work on both individuals and communities.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.