More Iranian

More Iranian, written by Nahal Tajadod, is a narrative of love and cultural enrichment—retelling the life story of an Iranian woman, Nahal Tajadod, a sinologist and scholar, and a French man, Jean-Claude Carrière, the renowned screenwriter and playwright. This book builds a bridge between two cultures, structured into two defined sections: Iran and Non-Iran. The “Iran” section contains the gifts the author has offered to her French husband, and the “Non-Iran” section holds the heritage Carrière has passed on to Nahal. With his profound attraction to Iranian culture, Carrière further reconnects Nahal with her own roots, to the point where she says, “Sometimes I behave like an Iranian.” This narrative is a tale of intimate sharing and the opening of windows, borders, and horizons. It speaks of reconciliation, exchange, and transformation—of the moment when a rich culture hosts an ancient civilization; a moment when each, like a fluttering dove heading toward the rooftop, opens its wings toward the other. In More Iranian, Nahal Tajadod beautifully reveals the deep bond that exists between the two cultures. She tells the story of two worlds in which love and cultural understanding play the leading roles. This work illustrates how cultures influence one another and inspire profound transformation within human beings.