Kamrava, Mehran
A Concise History of Revolution
- ISBN 13:
- 9781108725385
- author:
- Kamrava, Mehran
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 198
- Dimensions:
- 22.8 x 15.2 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, World History, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Concise History of Revolution by Mehran Kamrava provides a fresh perspective on the complex phenomenon of revolutions. This thought-provoking exploration delves into the human emotions and motivations that drive these events, moving beyond the common narrative of state collapse and rebuilding. Through in-depth analysis of multiple historical case studies, including French, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cuban, Iranian, South African, and more recent Arab revolutions, Kamrava sheds light on the diverse range of factors that contribute to revolutionary success or failure. By examining personal commitment, sacrifice, determination, leadership ability, charisma, opportunism, and avarice, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the human experience in times of revolution. This concise history provides a comprehensive framework for studying revolutions, making it an essential resource for scholars and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of these pivotal events.
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