Marsha Mehran
Author of 'Pomegranate Soup'
Born
November 11th, 1977
47 years ago
Died
2014
11 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An Iranian-American author, wrote the novel 'Pomegranate Soup', published in 2005. The book tells the story of three Iranian sisters who emigrate to a small Irish town, blending themes of culture and food. It was well received, appearing on numerous bestseller lists and being translated into multiple languages. Mehran's work often reflects her Iranian heritage and explores the immigrant experience.
Wrote 'Pomegranate Soup'
Explored Iranian culture in literature
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