Nikki R. Keddie Knihy

A history of Iran focuses on the Shah's rise and fall and the causes of the Iranian revolution.

Brings the story of modern Iran, exploring the political, cultural, and social changes. This book provides insightful commentary on the Iran-Iraq war, the Persian Gulf War, and the effects of 9/11 and Iran's strategic relationship with the US. It also discusses developments in education, health care, the arts, and the role of women.