The Persians: Ancient, Mediaeval and Modern Iran by Homa Katouzian (English) Pap

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Persians: Ancient, Mediaeval and Modern Iran by Homa Katouzian Iran has gained attention mostly for negative reasons but there is much more to the story of this ancient land than can be gleaned from the news. This comprehensive history of Iran covers the history of the area from the foundation of the ancient Persian empire to Iranian state. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In recent years, Iran has gained attention mostly for negative reasons—its authoritarian religious government, disputed nuclear program, and controversial role in the Middle East—but there is much more to the story of this ancient land than can be gleaned from the news. This authoritative and comprehensive history of Iran, written by Homa Katouzian, an acclaimed expert, covers the entire history of the area from the ancient Persian Empire to today's Iranian state. Writing from an Iranian rather than a European perspective, Katouzian integrates the significant cultural and literary history of Iran with its political and social history. Some of the greatest poets of human history wrote in Persian—among them Rumi, Omar Khayyam, and Saadi—and Katouzian discusses and occasionally quotes their work. In his thoughtful analysis of Iranian society, Katouzian argues that the absolute and arbitrary power traditionally enjoyed by Persian/Iranian rulers has resulted in an unstable society where fear and short-term thinking dominate. A magisterial history, this book also serves as an excellent background to the role of Iran in the contemporary world. Notes A cultural and literary history of Iran written from an Iranian perspective which covers the entire history of the area from the foundation of the ancient Persian empire to todays Iranian state. Author Biography Homa Katouzian, a native of Iran, teaches Iranian history and Persian literature at St. Antonys College and the Oriental Institute, University of Oxford. He is also editor of the journal Iranian Studies. Review Maybe the broadest and best overview available in English of a country which we need urgently to understand better. It should be required holiday reading in the Foreign Office, and maybe the White House too. Stephen Howe, The Independent Katouzian is a convincing analyst of Iranian history. Robert Carver, The Tablet [A] distinguished study - awe-inspiring in its scope and its scholarly reach. - Michael Kerrigan, The Scotsman Review Quote "Katouzian is a convincing analyst of Iranian history."--Robert Carver, The Tablet Details ISBN0300169329 Author Homa Katouzian Short Title PERSIANS Publisher Yale University Press Language English ISBN-10 0300169329 ISBN-13 9780300169324 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2010 Imprint Yale University Press Subtitle Ancient, Mediaeval and Modern Iran Place of Publication New Haven Country of Publication United States DEWEY 955 Publication Date 2010-10-01 Pages 452 Residence US Illustrations 32 b-w illus. NZ Release Date 2010-10-01 US Release Date 2010-10-01 UK Release Date 2010-11-15 AU Release Date 2010-11-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161682988;

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