A History of Iran by Michael Axworthy
Although frequently vilified, Iran is a nation of great intellectual variety and depth, and one of the oldest continuing civilizations in the world. Its political impact has been tremendous, not only on its neighbors in the Middle East but also throughout the world. From the time of the prophet Zoroaster, to the powerful ancient Persian Empires, to the revolution of 1979, the hostage crisis, and the current standoff over Irans nuclear ambitions, Michael Axworthy vividly narrates the nations rich history. He explains clearly and carefully both the complex succession of dynasties that ruled ancient Iran and the surprising ethnic diversity of the modern country, held together by a common culture. With Iran again the focus of the worlds attention, A History of Iran is an essential guide to understanding this volatile nation.Michael Axworthy is a Senior Professor and Director of the University of Exeter's Centre for Persian and Iranian Studies, as well as the former head of the British Foreign Office's Iran Division. Revolutionary Iran (Oxford/Penguin) and Empire of the Mind: A History of Iran (Basic) are his books.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780465019205 |
| ISBN 10 | 046501920X |
| Title | A History of Iran |
| Author | Michael Axworthy |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Basic Books |
| Year published | 2010-03-09 |
| Number of pages | 368 |
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