Where Are You Going, Lady Cockroach? (Khaleh Suskeh Koja Miri?)[NEW]

"Ms. Cockroach" sets out on a journey, escaping from insects and birds that call out to her along the way, and finally meets Mr. Mouse, her destined partner – a picture book based on a traditional folktale cherished in Iran since ancient times, retold by modern poet M. Azad and illustrated by painter Morteza Zahedi.

In this retelling by Azad, "Ms. Cockroach's" adventure is depicted as a process of finding a place to work and truly living independently.
Zahedi beautifully and rhythmically captures Ms. Cockroach's character, a blend of fearless confidence and charming personality, with delicate brushstrokes.

Who could have imagined that a story starring a cockroach could be so captivating?
This book, which depicts the essence of life within fantastical settings, offers a glimpse into the profound depth of Persian culture.

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This book is a re-issue by Yamayamasha (Tatsuno Town, Nagano Prefecture) of 'Poetry Nation Iran Picture Book 2: Where Are You Going, Ms. Cockroach?', originally published by Blues Interactions in 2006.

Recommend For...

• People who want to enjoy life by working "without flattering others"
• People who want to enjoy Zahedi's art, which combines modern symbolism like Klee with an innocent worldview, as an art book.
• People who appreciate elaborate bookbinding, even if seemingly simple, such as the paper cloth-like cover material, the title label, the delicate background color of the text pages, and the printing on the endpapers.

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