The Ayatollah Begs to Differ
The Paradox of Modern Iran
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Cultural Studies, Customs & Traditions, Political Science, International, International Relations, Anthropology
| Author: | Hooman Majd | ISBN: | 9780385528429 |
| Publisher: | Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group | Publication: | September 23, 2008 |
| Imprint: | Anchor | Language: | English |
| Author: | Hooman Majd |
| ISBN: | 9780385528429 |
| Publisher: | Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group |
| Publication: | September 23, 2008 |
| Imprint: | Anchor |
| Language: | English |
Including a new preface that discusses the Iranian mood during and after the June 2009 presidential election and subsequent protests, this is an intimate look at a paradoxical country from a uniquely qualified journalist.
The grandson of an eminent ayatollah and the son of an Iranian diplomat, Hooman Majd offers perspective on Iran's complex and misunderstood culture through an insightful tour of Iranian culture, introducing fascinating characters from all walks of life, including zealous government officials, tough female cab drivers, and open-minded, reformist ayatollahs. It's an Iran that will surprise readers and challenge Western stereotypes.
A Los Angeles Times and Economist Best Book of the Year
With a New Preface
Including a new preface that discusses the Iranian mood during and after the June 2009 presidential election and subsequent protests, this is an intimate look at a paradoxical country from a uniquely qualified journalist.
The grandson of an eminent ayatollah and the son of an Iranian diplomat, Hooman Majd offers perspective on Iran's complex and misunderstood culture through an insightful tour of Iranian culture, introducing fascinating characters from all walks of life, including zealous government officials, tough female cab drivers, and open-minded, reformist ayatollahs. It's an Iran that will surprise readers and challenge Western stereotypes.
A Los Angeles Times and Economist Best Book of the Year
With a New Preface
