Beyond the Islamic Revolution - Perceptions of Modernity and Tradition in Iran before and after 1979

The volume contributes to a better understanding of Iranian history since 1953, with a focus on societal change and its reflection in intellectual discourse. The papers explore the attitudes of Iranians toward modernity and tradition before and after the Revolution of 1979. With insights from Oriental studies, history, sociology, literature and social anthropology, the volume offers a cross-disciplinary perspective on the intellectual, political, and social history of Iran.

About the author

Amir Sheikhzadegan, Universität Fribourg, Schweiz; Astrid Meier, Orient-Institut Beirut, Libanon.

Product details

• Assisted by: Meier (Editor), Astrid Meier (Editor), Amir Sheikhzadegan (Editor)
• Publisher: De Gruyter
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 08.02.2024
• EAN: 9783110399592
• ISBN: 978-3-11-039959-2
• No. of pages: 181
• Dimensions: 163 mm x 16 mm x 234 mm
• Weight: 400 g
• Series: Welten des Islams - Worlds of Islam - Mondes de l'Islam; Welten des Islams - Worlds of Islam - Mondes de l¿Islam, 8
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > History > Contemporary history (1945 to 1989)