We Are Iran: The Persian Blogs
Edited by Nasrin Alavi
As the U.S. asks the world to consider Iran a “rogue state” and major threat, here is an urgent, surprising and
unprecedented book about what it really feels like to be Iranian today.
We Are Iran is a multi-voiced portrait of contemporary Iran, translated from Farsi, using that nation’s weblogs as
its primary source. Iran has more web diaries than Canada—only the U.S., U.K. and Japan have more—and in
cyberspace many Iranians find a freedom of speech that is not available in print.
Edited by Nasrin Alavi
As the U.S. asks the world to consider Iran a “rogue state” and major threat, here is an urgent, surprising and
unprecedented book about what it really feels like to be Iranian today.
We Are Iran is a multi-voiced portrait of contemporary Iran, translated from Farsi, using that nation’s weblogs as
its primary source. Iran has more web diaries than Canada—only the U.S., U.K. and Japan have more—and in
cyberspace many Iranians find a freedom of speech that is not available in print.
The Iran-Contra Scandal: The Declassified History (The National Security Archive Document) (Paperback)
"The administration in disarray--foreign policy in disarray--cover-up--Who knew what when?" George Bush noted in his
personal diary on November 25, 1986, the day that Iran-Contra exploded in the United States and became a major part of
our national psyche. Several years later, the controversy surrounding the cover-up, and what George Bush knew and when,
sustains the Iran-Contra affair as a contemporary political issue.This reader provides the most important tools for
understanding this complex episodethe actual top-secret documents generated by the foreign policy decisions and covert
operations in Central America and Iran, the arms-for-hostage swaps, the Contra war, the quid pro quos, the orchestrated
official deception, and the Bush pardons that make up one of the most important political scandals since Watergate.
"The administration in disarray--foreign policy in disarray--cover-up--Who knew what when?" George Bush noted in his
personal diary on November 25, 1986, the day that Iran-Contra exploded in the United States and became a major part of
our national psyche. Several years later, the controversy surrounding the cover-up, and what George Bush knew and when,
sustains the Iran-Contra affair as a contemporary political issue.This reader provides the most important tools for
understanding this complex episodethe actual top-secret documents generated by the foreign policy decisions and covert
operations in Central America and Iran, the arms-for-hostage swaps, the Contra war, the quid pro quos, the orchestrated
official deception, and the Bush pardons that make up one of the most important political scandals since Watergate.
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...And the truth shall set you free (by: David Icke)
Reveals the story behind global events which shape the future of human existence and the world we leave our children.
Both reveals the background to the global conspiracy and offers an inspiring spiritual solution in which every man,
woman and child on Planet Earth breaks free from daily programming. An experienced environmental campaigner
since 1982, Icke has a history of setting up environmental pressure groups. He became the National Spokesman for
the British Green Party from 1988 until 1991. While working with the Green Party Icke started to research into issues
such as Third World debt, its true causes, and how could be effectively resolved. Icke soon uncovered a disturbing
pattern of events and exploitation that was to change the direction of his life forever. As his research progressed Icke
left the Green Party and committed himself totally to his research. From 1991 until the present day Icke has become a
man with mission. Icke seeks to research and expose the truth about the nature of the human race, how we have been
conditioned, the manipulation of the world today, and how we can set ourselves free.
Reveals the story behind global events which shape the future of human existence and the world we leave our children.
Both reveals the background to the global conspiracy and offers an inspiring spiritual solution in which every man,
woman and child on Planet Earth breaks free from daily programming. An experienced environmental campaigner
since 1982, Icke has a history of setting up environmental pressure groups. He became the National Spokesman for
the British Green Party from 1988 until 1991. While working with the Green Party Icke started to research into issues
such as Third World debt, its true causes, and how could be effectively resolved. Icke soon uncovered a disturbing
pattern of events and exploitation that was to change the direction of his life forever. As his research progressed Icke
left the Green Party and committed himself totally to his research. From 1991 until the present day Icke has become a
man with mission. Icke seeks to research and expose the truth about the nature of the human race, how we have been
conditioned, the manipulation of the world today, and how we can set ourselves free.
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The Corporation (by: Joel Bakan)
Bakan’s most recent book, "The Corporation: The Pathological Pursuit of Profit and Power", was written during the
making of the film THE CORPORATION (Co-created with Mark Achbar) and formed the basis of the research and
writing for the film.
"Since Rachel Carson's Silent Spring began to expose the abuses of the modern industrial system, there has been a
growing awareness that profit at the expense of Earth--of individuals, society, and the environment--is unsustainable.
Joel Bakan has performed a valuable service to corporations everywhere by holding up a mirror for them to see their
destructive selves as others see them. The clarion call for change is here for all who would listen."
-Ray Anderson, CEO of Interface, a multi-billion dollar company
Bakan’s most recent book, "The Corporation: The Pathological Pursuit of Profit and Power", was written during the
making of the film THE CORPORATION (Co-created with Mark Achbar) and formed the basis of the research and
writing for the film.
"Since Rachel Carson's Silent Spring began to expose the abuses of the modern industrial system, there has been a
growing awareness that profit at the expense of Earth--of individuals, society, and the environment--is unsustainable.
Joel Bakan has performed a valuable service to corporations everywhere by holding up a mirror for them to see their
destructive selves as others see them. The clarion call for change is here for all who would listen."
-Ray Anderson, CEO of Interface, a multi-billion dollar company
Advance Praise for "All The Shah's Men"
"Remarkable, readable and relevant "All the Shah's Men" not only reads like an exciting, page-turning spy novel, it deals
with the hard issues of today."
--Senator Richard Lugar, Chairman, Senate Foreign Relations Committee
"A well-researched object lesson in the dismal folly of so-called nation-building. British and American readers of today
should blush with shame."
--John le Carre, author of "The Spy Who Came In From the Cold" and "The Tailor of Panama"
"Stephen Kinzer's brilliant reconstruction of the Iranian coup is made even more fascinating by the fact that it is true. It
is as gripping as a thriller, and also tells much about why the United States is involved today in places like Afghanistan
and Iraq."
--Gore Vidal, author of "Lincoln," "Burr," and "1876".
"Remarkable, readable and relevant "All the Shah's Men" not only reads like an exciting, page-turning spy novel, it deals
with the hard issues of today."
--Senator Richard Lugar, Chairman, Senate Foreign Relations Committee
"A well-researched object lesson in the dismal folly of so-called nation-building. British and American readers of today
should blush with shame."
--John le Carre, author of "The Spy Who Came In From the Cold" and "The Tailor of Panama"
"Stephen Kinzer's brilliant reconstruction of the Iranian coup is made even more fascinating by the fact that it is true. It
is as gripping as a thriller, and also tells much about why the United States is involved today in places like Afghanistan
and Iraq."
--Gore Vidal, author of "Lincoln," "Burr," and "1876".
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Reading Lolita in Tehran (by: Azar Nafisi)
Azar Nafisi, a former English professor at the University of Tehran, decided to hold secret, private classes at her home
after the rules at the university became too restrictive. She invited seven insightful, talented women to participate in the
class. At first they were tentative and reserved, but gradually they bonded over discussions of Lolita, Pride and
Prejudice, and A Thousand and One Nights. They neither draw exact parallels between the texts and their lives nor find
them completely foreign. Nafisi observes: "Lolita was not a critique of the Islamic Republic, but it went against the grain
of all totalitarian perspectives." Nafisi mixes literary analyses in with her observations of the growing oppressive
environment of the Islamic Republic of Iran: women are forced to wear the veil at university and eventually separated in
class from men. Bombs fall outside while Nafisi tries to conduct class. Nafisi's determination and devotion to literature
shine through, and her book is an absorbing look at primarily Western classics through the eyes of women and men
living in a very different culture. Kristine Huntley
Copyright © American Library Association.
Azar Nafisi, a former English professor at the University of Tehran, decided to hold secret, private classes at her home
after the rules at the university became too restrictive. She invited seven insightful, talented women to participate in the
class. At first they were tentative and reserved, but gradually they bonded over discussions of Lolita, Pride and
Prejudice, and A Thousand and One Nights. They neither draw exact parallels between the texts and their lives nor find
them completely foreign. Nafisi observes: "Lolita was not a critique of the Islamic Republic, but it went against the grain
of all totalitarian perspectives." Nafisi mixes literary analyses in with her observations of the growing oppressive
environment of the Islamic Republic of Iran: women are forced to wear the veil at university and eventually separated in
class from men. Bombs fall outside while Nafisi tries to conduct class. Nafisi's determination and devotion to literature
shine through, and her book is an absorbing look at primarily Western classics through the eyes of women and men
living in a very different culture. Kristine Huntley
Copyright © American Library Association.
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Spirituality inthe Land of the Noble (by: Richard Foltz)
Iran was once as formidable a force as the US is today, as Britain was in the 19th century, and as Rome as 2000 years
ago, yet until now no book has ever told the dramatic story of Iran’s influence on the religions of the world. From the role
played by the ancient kings of Persia, as mentioned in the Bible, to Iranian themes present in Buddhism and
influences on St. Augustine. Author Richard C. Foltz identifies the major role of Iranians in shaping contemporary
civilization. He brings his vivid story right up to date by exploring the relationship between the current Islamic regime in
Iran and the country’s other religious communities. A rich new perspective on the world’s spiritual heritage.
"I attended Dr. Foltz' seminar in March and was pleasantly surprised at his level of knowledge of Iran's glorious and
truly remarkable contributions in the development of world religions, especially such things as the concept of "good
and evil, heaven and hell" which before Zoroastrianism, did not exist in any other religions. -Bodazey
Iran was once as formidable a force as the US is today, as Britain was in the 19th century, and as Rome as 2000 years
ago, yet until now no book has ever told the dramatic story of Iran’s influence on the religions of the world. From the role
played by the ancient kings of Persia, as mentioned in the Bible, to Iranian themes present in Buddhism and
influences on St. Augustine. Author Richard C. Foltz identifies the major role of Iranians in shaping contemporary
civilization. He brings his vivid story right up to date by exploring the relationship between the current Islamic regime in
Iran and the country’s other religious communities. A rich new perspective on the world’s spiritual heritage.
"I attended Dr. Foltz' seminar in March and was pleasantly surprised at his level of knowledge of Iran's glorious and
truly remarkable contributions in the development of world religions, especially such things as the concept of "good
and evil, heaven and hell" which before Zoroastrianism, did not exist in any other religions. -Bodazey
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Stupid White Men (by: Michael Moore)
Best selling author Michael Moore's book "Stupid White Men" helps us to unscab some of the underlying
manifestations within the state of the nation leading up to the Tragic attack of September 11th. His insight and social
commentary is eye-opening and truly an entertaining read.
The #1 Top Selling Nonfiction book of the 2002, Stupid White Men has been on the New York Times Bestseller list for
over a year. A #1 Bestseller in Canada, Great Britain, Germany, Australia, Japan, Ireland, & New Zealand, it has been
translated into 24 languages and has sold more than 3 million copies worldwide.
"A post 9/11 favorite of mine, "Stupid White Men" explores the deep seated problem within the American econ-political
establishement. All with a humor and asarcasm that only Moore can get away with on suc serious matters" -Bodazey
Best selling author Michael Moore's book "Stupid White Men" helps us to unscab some of the underlying
manifestations within the state of the nation leading up to the Tragic attack of September 11th. His insight and social
commentary is eye-opening and truly an entertaining read.
The #1 Top Selling Nonfiction book of the 2002, Stupid White Men has been on the New York Times Bestseller list for
over a year. A #1 Bestseller in Canada, Great Britain, Germany, Australia, Japan, Ireland, & New Zealand, it has been
translated into 24 languages and has sold more than 3 million copies worldwide.
"A post 9/11 favorite of mine, "Stupid White Men" explores the deep seated problem within the American econ-political
establishement. All with a humor and asarcasm that only Moore can get away with on suc serious matters" -Bodazey
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