Les Parsis

"Les Parsis" by Delphine Menant is a historical narrative that explores the journey of the Parsis, a group of people with roots in ancient Persia, who sought refuge in India to avoid religious mistreatment. The story follows their escape, their new beginnings in India, and how both their Zoroastrian beliefs and Indian ways shaped who they became. The book starts by painting a picture of the Parsis' past as people from old Persia and the tough times that led them to leave their homes for India, and it also highlights how they made a home in Gujarat by getting permission from a local Hindu leader and changing their customs to fit in. The story really looks at how important it was for them to hold onto their beliefs while also becoming part of a new culture, setting the scene for a close look at how they grew as a smaller group in India.