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“A young boy and his goat companion search the forest on Yalda Night, a Persian holiday observed on the longest night of the year…A sweetly satisfying holiday tale of generosity and compassion.”

– Kirkus Reviews

The Last Pomegranate

Written by F. Nakhaei
Illustrated by F. Nakhaei
Published by Clavis

Little Pouya is looking for a pomegranate. He needs it for Yalda, a Persian festival. On the longest night of the year, families gather to read poems, eat special foods, and look forward to a beautiful spring together. Finally, Pouya finds one: the very last pomegranate! But on the way home, the wind whips his precious treasure away. Will he find it again, and will he and his family be able to celebrate Yalda Night after all?

In this enchanting, and beautifully illustrated picture book, children are treated to a mesmerizing tale where poetic language weaves a mystic and beautiful experience.

Complete with informative back matter about the Yalda festival, this book serves as both an enchanting fairytale and an educational resource. Perfect for sparking discussions about tradition, culture, and the power of generosity.

Primary ISBN: 9798890630896
Publication Date: October 2024
Available As: Hardcover
Picture Book, Age 05 or older

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Setting: Unspecified (Middle East)

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