Modern Iran since 1797 reform and revolution / Ali M. Ansari.
| Author/creator | Ansari, Ali M. |
| Other author | Ansari, Ali M. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 3rd edition. |
| Publication Info | Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2019. |
| Description | 1 online resource. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Subjects |
| Contents | The legacy of the 18th century -- Fath Ali Shah and the challenge of Europe -- Resistance, revolt and reaction -- 'Enlightenment' and the Iranian awakening -- The constitutional revolution and its aftermath -- Reza Khan and the establishment of the Pahlavi state -- Reza Shah : modernisation and tradition, 1926-41 -- Political pluralism and the ascendacy of nationalism, 1941-53 -- The consolidation of power, 1953-60 -- The "white revolution" -- Towards the great civilisation -- Revolution, war and "Islamic Republic" -- Khatami and the challenge of reform -- Ahmadinejad, populism and the politics of confrontation -- Conclusion : Iranians and their history. |
| Abstract | Modern Iran since 1797 offers a comprehensive analysis of political, social and economic developments in Iran since the beginning of the nineteenth century. Spanning two centuries, the book provides historical context for recent developments in and the complex nature of Iran's international relationships and its internal struggle to reconcile itself and its traditions with the modern world. This edition has been extended to stretch from 1797 up until the present day. Written in a clear, engaging style and highlighting Iran as a state and society grappling with the realities of the modern age, this remains the perfect guide for all those studying the history of modern Iran. |
| General note | Revised edition of: Modern Iran : the Pahlavis and after. Harlow, England : Pearson Education, 2007. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Source of description | Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher. |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Ansari, Ali M., author. Modern Iran since 1797 3rd edition. Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2019 9781138281844 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2018049217 |
| ISBN | 9780429399879 (Ebook) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |