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Ali and Nino
By Kurban Said
Fiction, General, Action & Adventure, Historical, Romance | 237 pages
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Ali Khan and Nino Kipiani live in the cosmopolitan, oil-rich capital of Azerbaijan which, at the beginning of the twentieth century, is a melting-pot of different cultures. Ali is a Muslim, with his ancestors' passion for the desert, and Nino is a Christian Georgian girl with sophisticated European ways. Despite their differences, the two have loved each other since childhood and Ali is determined that he will marry Nino as soon as she leaves school. But there is not only the obstacle of their different religions and parental consent to overcome. The First World War breaks out. As the Russians withdraw, the Turks advance, and Ali and Nino find themselves swept up in Azerbaijan's fight for independence.
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Taylor Sokolovic
"This novel, set in the South Caucasus during World War I, tells the story of a Muslim Azerbaijani boy and a Christian Georgian girl whose love transcends cultural and religious divides. Through their romance, the book vividly portrays Georgia’s rich multicultural landscape, its traditions, and its position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
The novel offers insights into Tbilisi’s historic streets and the cultural interplay between its Georgian and neighboring influences, deepening your appreciation for the city’s charm. Additionally, the exploration of themes like honor, family, and loyalty in a time of political turmoil can provide a poignant context for understanding Georgia’s complex history and the resilience of its people. Ali and Nino is both a timeless love story and a window into the soul of the Caucasus, making it an ideal read before your journey."
The novel offers insights into Tbilisi’s historic streets and the cultural interplay between its Georgian and neighboring influences, deepening your appreciation for the city’s charm. Additionally, the exploration of themes like honor, family, and loyalty in a time of political turmoil can provide a poignant context for understanding Georgia’s complex history and the resilience of its people. Ali and Nino is both a timeless love story and a window into the soul of the Caucasus, making it an ideal read before your journey."
