Iran rising : the survival and future of the Islamic Republic
Saikal, Amin, 1950-2019
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When Iranians overthrew their monarchy, rejecting a pro-Western shah in favour of an Islamic regime, many observers predicted that revolutionary turmoil would paralyse the country for decades to come. Yet 40 years after the 1978-79 revolution, Iran has emerged as a critical player in the Middle East and the wider world, as demonstrated in part by the 2015 international nuclear agreement. In this book, renowned Iran specialist Amin Saikal describes how the country has managed to survive despite ongoing domestic struggles, Western sanctions, and countless other serious challenges. Saikal explores Iran's recent history, beginning with the revolution, which set in motion a number of developments, including war with Iraq, precarious relations with Arab neighbours, and hostilities with Israel and the United States.
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Saikal, Amin, 1950-, author
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Princeton : Princeton University Press, 2019.
Collation:
344 pages
ISBN:
9780691175478 (hbk. :)
Dewey class:
320.955
Language:
English
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BRN:
2517006
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