Exploring the Nexus of Locale and Love: Investigating the Role of Place in Historical Fiction through Khusrau Parviz and Shirin by Mirza Sibtain Beg

This study juxtaposes the intricate interplay between literature and landscapes within Mirza Sibtain Beg’s acclaimed work Khusrau Parviz and Shirin. Attention is paid to how play’s diverse landscapes contribute to characters emotional and physical restoration. This paper mainly focuses on the narrative that delves into individuals’ reverent attitudes towards the natural world and the relationship between literature and landscapes. The primary focus of this study is on the historical narratives, which can be understood by describing of the landscapes of that time. Prominent cities in the play Armenia and Persia will be examined analytically through the lenses of Ecocriticism, Historiography, Phenomenology and Memory studies. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the narrative integrates ecological and psychological dimensions, ultimately contributing to a nuanced exploration of historical spaces, and their value during and after that particular epoch.