Houshang Golshiri's acclaimed novel, 'Prince Ehtejab,' is a powerful exploration of memory, decay, and the psychological burdens of a dying aristocratic lineage in Iran. Through a fragmented narrative and stream-of-consciousness style, Golshiri delves into the mind of the titular Prince, who grapples with his family's past, their cruelties, and the crumbling of their traditional world. The novel masterfully portrays the profound sense of loss and moral corruption inherited across generations, making it a seminal work in modern Persian literature that critiques societal transformation and the lingering shadows of history.