Nostalgia in Late Pahlavi Iran (Original PDF from Publisher)

Description

Nostalgia in Late Pahlavi Iran (1st Edition, 2025) presents a groundbreaking cultural history that examines how nostalgia was mobilized by intellectuals, state institutions, and media during the final years of Iran’s Pahlavi dynasty. Published by Cambridge University Press, this meticulously researched volume uncovers how longing for an idealized past intersected with national identity, modernity, and sociopolitical change during a time of accelerating transformation.

Designed for scholars, students, and readers interested in Iranian studies, cultural memory, or Middle Eastern politics, this book offers an invaluable lens into the emotional and ideological undercurrents that preceded the 1979 Iranian Revolution.

Target Audience

Ideal for:

• Scholars of Middle Eastern studies and Iranian history
• Students in political science, cultural studies, or anthropology
• Researchers in nostalgia, memory studies, and modernity
• Libraries and academic institutions with a focus on global history

Key Features & Highlights

• A pioneering work on the politics of nostalgia in Iran’s modern history
•  Engages with cultural theory, nationalism, and state-building narratives
•  Supported by rich archival research and textual analysis
•  Covers literature, cinema, and state media during the Pahlavi regime
•  Authored by a respected academic in Iranian cultural history

Chapters & Topics Covered

Includes core chapters on:

• Nostalgia as a cultural and political force
• State media and representations of Iranian heritage
• Intellectual discourse during the late Pahlavi era
• Tensions between modernity and historical identity in Iran

About the Author

Written by a leading scholar in Iranian cultural and intellectual history, this author brings deep expertise and original research into the complex intersections of memory, identity, and statecraft in late 20th-century Iran.

Format & File Information

• File Format: Original PDF from Publisher (print-quality layout)
• File Size: Approximately 6–10 MB
• Language: English
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Edition: 1st (2025)
• Device Compatibility: Optimized for all major PDF readers including desktop, tablet (iPad, Android), Kindle (with PDF support), and mobile devices

 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is this the official version of the book?
A: Yes, this is the verified Original PDF directly from Cambridge University Press, preserving the exact formatting and pagination of the print edition.

Q2: Can I use this for academic citation or research?
A: Absolutely. This version is ideal for research, citation, and academic study, retaining full publication authenticity and page references.