Dynamics of the Iranian Revolution

The Pahlavis' Triumph and Tragedy

Häftad, Engelska, 1991

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Beskrivning

Going back to the turn of the century, this book offers a cogent analysis and an objective assessment of the origins and dimensions of the 1979 Iranian Revolution. It reassesses the narrowly focused post-revolution explanations, as it traces the fate of the Pahlavi dynasty to deep-rooted and structural weaknesses and contradictions in Iranian society, economy, and politics.This critical examination leaves the reader with a deeper understanding of Iran's modern history and an appreciation for the interplay of forces currently at work within the Islamic Republic. It also provides persuasive commentary on the inherent plight of other Third World countries plagued with similar legacies and pre-revolutionary conditions.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:1991-10-11
Mått:159 x 235 x 25 mm
Vikt:522 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:368
Förlag:State University of New York Press
ISBN:9780791407325

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Jahangir Amuzegar is an international economic consultant. He was formerly a university professor, a cabinet minister, an ambassador, and an executive director of the International Monetary Fund.

Innehållsförteckning

Preface Acknowledgments Part One: An Overview Introduction 1. The Anatomy of a Unique Revolution Part Two: A Revolution From Different Perspectives 2. Return to Islamic Purity 3. Cultural Shock of Modernization 4. Growing Socioeconomic Malaise 5. Reactions to Autocratic Rule 6. Unseen Hands of a Conspiracy Part Three: Institutional Anomalies and Contradictions 7. The Persian National Psyche 8. Monarchy, Shi'ism, and Democracy: A Fluid Mixture 9. Perspectives on the Pahlavis' Reign and Rule Part Four: Controversial Strategies and Policies 10. Political, Military, and Security Ambitions 11. An Economic Trojan Horse on Oily Legs 12. "Great (Unattainable) Civilization" Part Five: Last Efforts at Crisis Management 13. Mohammad Reza Shah: A Study in Contrasts 14. A Tangled Web of Confusions 15. A Tragedy of Errors 16. A Man of God as Compleat Politician Part Six: The Regime Falling Apart 17. The Ultimate Irony: A Nation of Malcontents 18. The End as History Epilogue Notes Index