Introduction -- 1. The Iranian Revolution in international context : a theoretical perspective -- 2. The Iranian Revolution : internal and external causes -- 3. Populism and the Revolution : domestic and international impact -- 4. International containment of the Islamic Republic -- 5. Populism, war and the state -- 6. State crisis and change -- 7. Reform and reaction 1990-2005 -- 8. Revolutionary foreign policy and international tension -- 9. Conclusion
Summary
"This book provides a detailed analysis of Iran's recent history, and in particular how the country has been shaped by the 1979 revolution. It is often forgotten that modern Iran is a revolutionary republic that arose out of the overthrow of the old, secular and very pro-western regime. Since the revolution, this has been replaced by an Islamic State." "Maryam Panah explores the Iranian revolution in its international context, and examines the different forces at play within the country, and how these conflicting political interests continue to mould the country today and shape its external relations."--Book jacket
