Pran of Albania

"Pran of Albania" is a vivid work of historical fiction for young readers that transports the audience to the rugged peaks of the North Albanian mountains during the early 20th century. The narrative follows the life of Pran, a courageous teenage girl belonging to the Shala tribe, as her community faces the looming threat of war and displacement. Amidst the backdrop of traditional mountain life, the story explores the intricate social codes and ancient customs of the Albanian people, including the "besa" or word of honor, which governs their daily existence and tribal loyalties.When her family is forced to seek refuge in the city of Shkodra to escape invading forces, Pran must navigate the complexities of her changing world while remaining true to her heritage. The book provides an authentic and rare glimpse into a culture rarely depicted in Western literature of the period, emphasizing themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the strength of the human spirit. "Pran of Albania" stands as a notable literary achievement for its cultural depth and its compelling depiction of a young woman's journey through a time of intense upheaval in the Balkans.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more