LUCCA Cronicles 2. with Roshan Firouz. about horses, her life as a diplomat´s wife and her upcoming book.

Petra Revenue talks to friends in Lucca. Episode in english.

Roshan Firouz was born in Shiraz, Iran, and grew up between cultures during a time of profound political change. She worked as a translator and interpreter for international news agencies during the 1979 revolution, offering her a unique, firsthand perspective on a defining historical moment. Following her marriage to British diplomat Sir David Reddaway, she lived and worked across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond, gaining further insight into global politics and cultural exchange. Today, she lives in Lucca, Italy, where she works with artrestoration. Drawing on a life lived across borders, Firouz brings a rare authenticity and emotional depth to her writing, illuminating both personal and political histories with clarity and compassion.

A Bright Horizon by Roshan Firouz

A Bright Horizon is a powerful and deeply personal memoir that challenges the romanticized image of pre-revolutionary Iran. Through the remarkable life of Louise Firouz—an American-born pioneer who made Iran her home—the book offers a rare, intimate portrait of a country shaped by beauty, contradiction, and profound change. Spanning two centuries and set against the dramatic backdrop of Iran before and after the 1979 revolution, the story weaves together history, family, and identity. It follows an extraordinary mother and daughter navigating worlds as diverse as royal courts, diplomatic circles, and remote tribal communities. At its heart lies a story of resilience, cultural connection, and an enduring love for a people often misunderstood. Blending personal testimony with historical insight, A Bright Horizon reveals the humanity behind the headlines—capturing moments of courage, humor, and grace in even the most turbulent times.