Jean Villemin - A True Story of a Rag Doll Named Mayranoush

Jean Villemin - A True Story of a Rag Doll Named Mayranoush

A True Story of a Rag Doll Named Mayranoush is an illustrated novella by French author Jean Villemin that recounts a moving tale set during the Armenian Genocide of 1915. The story follows Mayranoush, a beloved rag doll made of cloth and sawdust, who becomes separated from her owner, an Armenian girl, during the family’s desperate escape. As the doll embarks on its own journey through the Ottoman Empire, the story is narrated by Azad, a cat who also struggles to survive amidst the horrors of the time. Inspired by the author’s visit to the Armenian Genocide Museum in 2018, this novella is a heartfelt response to the tragic events he encountered and a powerful tribute to resilience and survival. Perfect for readers of historical fiction and those interested in stories of compassion and remembrance, A True Story of a Rag Doll Named Mayranoush offers a unique perspective on history, seen through the eyes of unexpected narrators.

tags: Ժան Վիլմեն - Իրական պատմություն կտորից և թեփից տիկնիկ Մայրանուշի մասին, La véridique histoire de MAYRANOUCHE poupée de son et de tissu racontée par le chat Azad, armenian genocide, 1915