--- product_id: 50568436 title: "A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan" price: "35659CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/50568436-a-bed-of-red-flowers-in-search-of-my-afghanistan store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan **Price:** 35659CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan - **How much does it cost?** 35659CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/50568436-a-bed-of-red-flowers-in-search-of-my-afghanistan) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan [Pazira, Nelofer] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan Review: A BED OF RED FLOWERS: In Search of My Afghanistan - Nelofer Pazira's elegy for her family and her ruined nation make for compelling reading. Very highly recommended for anyone seeking deeper knowledge of this once-beautiful place and its people, people very much like anyone reading it. Review: Stunning Story Elegantly Written - Were we able to provide fractional ratings, this book would merit 4 1/2 stars. It is beautifully and sensitively written and exudes credibility. I have more than passing familiarity with this region of the world and her story is completely consistent with my own understanding and experience. Nelofer relates the story of her family's journey spiritually, politically, emotionally and geographically from pre-Communist Kabul to democratic Canada via "indeterminately governed" Pakistan. It also describes her return to the region to make a film about life there. Clearly related are excesses both in the Communist system and in a radical Islamic dominated system. The overland journey they take in response to the oppressive Communist government in Afghanistan is a remarkable piece of storytelling. Some western readers may find certain parts of the book what they consider a "stretch" but I firmly believe that is due to cultural difference and not to the author's credibility. In other words, most westerners cannot imagine the eastern response to certain situations. Without being trite, cliché, or "preachy" this book clearly demonstrates what the courageous people of Central Asia are dealing with and what a blessing it is to live in a democratic society however imperfect that society sometimes is. I highly recommend it. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,641,800 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #49 in Afghanistan Travel Guides #1,383 in Human Rights (Books) #1,507 in Social Activist Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (30) | | Dimensions | 5.63 x 1.04 x 8.44 inches | | ISBN-10 | 0743281330 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0743281331 | | Item Weight | 1.02 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 416 pages | | Publication date | September 12, 2005 | | Publisher | Free Press | ## Images ![A Bed of Red Flowers: In Search of My Afghanistan - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61nEFfczcxL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A BED OF RED FLOWERS: In Search of My Afghanistan *by J***K on December 3, 2013* Nelofer Pazira's elegy for her family and her ruined nation make for compelling reading. Very highly recommended for anyone seeking deeper knowledge of this once-beautiful place and its people, people very much like anyone reading it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning Story Elegantly Written *by P***E on November 19, 2009* Were we able to provide fractional ratings, this book would merit 4 1/2 stars. It is beautifully and sensitively written and exudes credibility. I have more than passing familiarity with this region of the world and her story is completely consistent with my own understanding and experience. Nelofer relates the story of her family's journey spiritually, politically, emotionally and geographically from pre-Communist Kabul to democratic Canada via "indeterminately governed" Pakistan. It also describes her return to the region to make a film about life there. Clearly related are excesses both in the Communist system and in a radical Islamic dominated system. The overland journey they take in response to the oppressive Communist government in Afghanistan is a remarkable piece of storytelling. Some western readers may find certain parts of the book what they consider a "stretch" but I firmly believe that is due to cultural difference and not to the author's credibility. In other words, most westerners cannot imagine the eastern response to certain situations. Without being trite, cliché, or "preachy" this book clearly demonstrates what the courageous people of Central Asia are dealing with and what a blessing it is to live in a democratic society however imperfect that society sometimes is. I highly recommend it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful, eloquent must-read book *by L***. on November 21, 2005* This is one of the most eloquent books I have read in a while. Nelofer succeeds in writing about the tragic topic of Afghanistan with much grace and insight. I found her perspectives to be thought-provoking and refreshing on the subject of Afghanistan: it's wars, it's people and it's history. One of the best books I have read in a long, long time. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/50568436-a-bed-of-red-flowers-in-search-of-my-afghanistan](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/50568436-a-bed-of-red-flowers-in-search-of-my-afghanistan) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*