Song of a Captive Bird ترانه مرغ اسیر

Song of a Captive Bird by Jasmin Darznik is a powerful, fictionalized account of the life of the trailblazing Iranian poet Forugh Farrokhzad. Set against the backdrop of mid-20th century Iran, the novel captures Forugh’s defiance of societal norms and her fight for creative and personal freedom in a deeply conservative and patriarchal society.

From a young age, Forugh challenges the restrictions imposed on women, daring to write poetry that addresses love, desire, and independence—subjects deemed taboo for a woman in her time. Through her eyes, readers witness the complexities of her relationships, her struggles with her family, and her longing for both freedom and belonging.

Jasmin Darznik’s lyrical prose beautifully weaves together themes of art, rebellion, and self-discovery, bringing Forugh’s revolutionary spirit and her pursuit of truth to life. Song of a Captive Bird not only tells the story of a woman ahead of her time but also offers a profound exploration of the price of breaking free from societal constraints.

Jasmin Darznik is an Iranian-American writer known for her work in historical fiction and literary memoirs. Born in Tehran, she immigrated to the United States with her family as a child. This experience of migration and her distance from Iranian culture greatly influenced her writing, pushing her to explore her cultural and historical roots.

Her first book, “The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother’s Hidden Life,” is a family memoir that delves into her mother’s life and the stories of the women in her family. It was widely praised and established Jasmin as a sensitive and insightful writer in portraying Iranian culture and the experiences of women.

Song of a Captive Bird is her second major work.

In addition to her writing, Jasmin Darznik teaches creative writing at various universities in the United States. She has also authored numerous essays and short stories that focus on cultural identity, migration, and women’s issues. Her lyrical prose and powerful storytelling have made her works resonate with readers across the globe.