Iran

Focusing on the historical and political evolution of modern Iran, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the 1979 revolution's roots and the impact of modernization under the Pahlavi monarchy. It explores the emergence of a new elite and examines the neo-authoritarian political system of the Islamic republic. The author, Anoushiravan Ehteshami, analyzes the stresses within Iran's political structure, the dynamics influencing its political economy, and the complexities of its international relations.