Modern Iran: Roots and Results of Revolution (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780300121056)

The standard history of modern Iran, now revised and updated to explain the country's tumultuous recent history

In this substantially revised and expanded version of Nikki Keddie's classic work Roots of Revolution, the author brings the story of modern Iran to the present day, exploring the political, cultural, and social changes of the past quarter century. Keddie provides insightful commentary on the Iran-Iraq war, the Persian Gulf War, and the effects of 9/11 and Iran's strategic relationship with the U.S. She also discusses developments in education, health care, the arts, and the role of women.

Author: Nikki R. Keddie
ISBN-10: 0300121059
ISBN-13: 9780300121056
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 08/01/2006
Pages: 448
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.39lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.74w x 1.16d

Review Citation(s):
Univ PR Books for Public Libry 01/01/2007 pg. 1 - Strongly Recommended