THE FALL AND DEATH OF THE SHAH OF IRAN - HISTORY AND POLITICS

"The Fall and Death of the Shah of Iran" is a fascinating journey through the turbulent years of the reign of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran. The author insightfully analyzes the behind-the-scenes machinations that led to the monarch's downfall, as well as his tragic fate in exile. It is a story of the betrayal of allies, the ambiguous role of the powers, and the triumph of Islamic fundamentalists under the leadership of Ayatollah Khomeini. This book is essential for understanding the sources and methods of modern Islamic terrorism.

• In-depth analysis of the Shah's last years in power
• Political backstage and international intrigues
• Portrait of a ruler consumed by illness and love for his country
• The role of the powers in the fall of Iran
• Sources and methods of Islamic terrorism
• Unknown facts from the history of Iran

Based on solid sources, the author presents a series of events that led to the Islamic Revolution in Iran. He describes the desperate attempts to save the monarchy, undertaken by people from the Shah's circle, who were nevertheless pushed aside. Particularly interesting is the analysis of the role of the Western powers and the USSR, which, contrary to appearances, contributed to the downfall of their ally.

The book also shows the personal drama of the Shah, who, despite his terminal illness, cared for his country until the end of his life. His love for Iran was so strong that even in exile he did not give up hope of returning and rebuilding the monarchy. Unfortunately, his dreams never came true, and he himself died in a foreign land, leaving behind a legacy full of controversy and ambiguity.

Dialog Wydawnictwo Akademickie, known for its scientific and popular science publications, gives readers a valuable book that allows them to better understand the modern world and its problems. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East, international politics, and the sources of Islamic terrorism. Reading it allows you to look at these issues from a new perspective and understand the complexity of international relations.

The book has 280 pages and is paperback. It was published in 2008.