Description
Explores the political history of modern Iran, considering the myriad factors that facilitated the rise and fall of the last two dynasties.
About the Author
Mehran Kamrava is Professor of Government at Georgetown University in Qatar. He also directs the Iranian Studies Unit at the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies. He is the author and editor of numerous journal articles and books, including Iran's Intellectual Revolution (2008), Inside the Arab State (2018), Troubled Waters: Insecurity in the Persian Gulf (2018), and A Concise History of Revolution (2020).
Reviews
'In his lucid, astute, and balanced history of the Qajar and Pahlavi eras, Mehran Kamrava provides a strikingly accessible account of the domestic and international forces that ended some two-and-a-half millennia of monarchical rule in Iran. The book is ideally suited for students and general readers of Modern Iranian and Middle Eastern history.' Ali Banuazizi, Boston College
'This is a remarkably insightful, wise, and intriguing account of the Qajar and Pahlavi dynasties. It is thoroughly researched, cogently argued, and easy to understand. This compelling book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the convoluted politics and nuances of pre-revolutionary Iran and its encounters with the global powers.' Mohsen Milani, University of South Florida
'This rich and engaging book takes a giant step toward understanding the nuances and subtleties of monarchical rule in Iran, providing a critical piece in the larger puzzle of how these monarchies exercised gamesmanship and what ultimately led to their collapse. This study will interest a wide readership in a variety of disciplines.' Mahmood Monshipouri, San Francisco State University
Book Information
ISBN 9781009224659
Author Mehran Kamrava
Format Paperback
Page Count 230
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 360g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 152mm * 18mm