Haj Akhound is a best-selling fact-based fiction about a mystical clergyman that lived in a small village: Mohajeran or Maroon. He was a very wise and humble man, and a role model for everyone that knew him. Haj Akhound's manner, way of life and viewpoints made him both a well-respected and popular figure among all, including the Christians living in a neighbouring village.

Sayyed Ata'ollah Mohajerani is an Iranian historian, author, and reformist politician. Mohajerani served as Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance of Iran under President Mohammad Khatami until 2000. He has authored 25 books and numerous articles in recent years.