Apples of Istakhar

""Apples of Istakhar"" is a historical fiction novel written by William Lindsey. The story is set in the 6th century AD and follows the journey of a young Persian prince named Bahram. After his father's assassination, Bahram is forced to flee his homeland and seek refuge in the court of the Byzantine Emperor in Constantinople. Along the way, he meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Shirin, who is on a quest to find the legendary Apples of Istakhar. These apples are said to possess magical powers that can grant eternal youth and immortality. As Bahram and Shirin embark on their journey, they encounter various obstacles and dangers, including treacherous mountains, fierce bandits, and rival kingdoms. Along the way, they also discover a deep connection between themselves and the apples of Istakhar. The novel is rich in historical detail and explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the search for immortality. It is a captivating tale that transports readers to a world of ancient kingdoms and mythical legends.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.