Sādeq Chubak (Persian: صادق چوبک, sometimes Sādegh Choubak; August 5, 1916 – July 3, 1998), was an Iranian author of short fiction, drama, and novels.

His short stories are characterized by their intricacy, economy of detail, and concentration on a single theme, leading some to compare them to Persian miniature paintings.

Widely considered as the greatest naturalist writer in Persian literature, he has written a large bulk of works including novels, short stories, and plays.

The collected stories Puppet Show and The Monkey Whose Master had Died have exercised a profound influence on modern Persian literature.

The setting of this story is Davvas (دواس) inhabited mostly by people migrating from other parts of Bushehr province including Tangestan.

The quest for justice turns into a messianic mission for the protagonist who comes to be viewed by other villagers as a man who is tasked with liberating them from the tyrannous hands.

The modern form of narration helps the reader to delve into the characters’ minds and gain a deeper understanding of their worlds.