The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree

The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree is a haunting and lyrical novel by Iranian-Australian author Shokoofeh Azar. Blending magic realism with contemporary Iranian history, the story follows a family in the aftermath of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, as seen through the voice of their dead daughter, Bahar.

Through mystical imagery, ancient myth, and raw emotional depth, Azar captures the trauma, resilience, and spiritual longing of a people caught between silence and resistance.

Translated from the original Persian into English, the book was shortlisted for the 2020 International Booker Prize, and hailed by critics worldwide.