Mohammad-Ali Jamālzādeh Esfahani
محمدعلی جمالزاده اصفهانی | |
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 Mohammad Ali Jamalzadeh in 1917 | |
| Born | Mohammad-Ali Jamālzādeh Esfahani 13 January 1892 |
| Died | 8 November 1997 (aged 105) Geneva, Switzerland |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Known for | Short story |
| Notable work | Yeki Bud Yeki Nabud (Once Upon a Time) |
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Mohammad-Ali Jamālzādeh Esfahani (Persian: محمدعلی جمالزاده اصفهانی; 13 January 1892 in Isfahan, Iran – 8 November 1997 in Geneva, Switzerland) was one of the most prominent writers of Iran in the 20th century, best known for his unique style of humour. In view of his vast influence over Persian short story writing, he is often referred to as the father of this genre in Iran.