Late for Tea at the Deer Palace

This historical memoir explores the turbulent history of Iraq through the lens of a prominent family's multi-generational experience. Written by Tamara Chalabi, the narrative details the family's exile, their deep-rooted connection to their homeland, and the subsequent journey of return and reclamation. Spanning several decades of political transformation and cultural shifts, the account reconstructs a vanished era of Iraqi society, offering a personal perspective on the nation's complex heritage. This paperback edition provides a comprehensive look at the personal and national struggles that shaped modern Iraq, making it a detailed resource for readers interested in Middle Eastern history, biography, and cultural displacement.