Exploring the rationale behind the physical structure and spatial patterns of traditional Iranian cities, this study examines cities built before the general modernization of Iran that began after World War II, in the light of specifically Iranian environmental factors.

About the Author
Masoud Kheirabadi teaches in the Department of International Studies at Portland State University and in the Social Science program at Marylhurst University. He is presently working on a book about the current processes of ubranization in Iran.

Reviews
The special virtue of this book is its analysis of urban development in Iran. Kheirabadi, a geographer, discusses the formation and development of the traditional Iranian city that is, the city before the general modernization of Iran that began after World War II in the light of specially Iranian environmental (topography, climate, and availability of water) factors. . . . The maps and plans in the book are clear and helpful. .. . . The book will be of interest to anyone concerned with Islamic urban history or with Iranian society and culture." -International Journal of Middle East Studies



Book Information
ISBN 9780815628606
Author Masoud Kheirabadi
Format Paperback
Page Count 152
Imprint Syracuse University Press
Publisher Syracuse University Press
Weight(grams) 284g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 11mm