by January, Brendan,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Pivotal moments in history Published by : Twenty-First Century Books, (Minneapolis [Minn.] :) Physical details: 160 p. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 23 cm. Subject(s): International Baccalaureate Year : 2008
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Collection | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonel Gray High School | IB | 955.05 JAN | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 150-155) and index.
The roots of revolution -- The cauldron boils -- The Shah is overthrown -- Striking the great satan --444 days -- The Ayatollah at twilight -- The aftershock of revolution.
The Iranian people despised their leader, Reza Shah, who catered to foreign businesses while ruling Iran as a dictator. In 1979 discontent boiled up into all-out revolution. Led by the charismatic Ayatollah Khomeini, the Iranian people seized control and created a new government based on the Islamic religion.
A Junior Library Guild selection