Tribeswomen of Iran: Weaving Memories Among Qashqa'i Nomads

by Julia Huang

Book Overview

Since the revolution in 1979, the Islamic Republic of Iran has permitted very few Western scholars to conduct research in the country. Foreign travellers and media persons have limited access and much Iranian scholarship tends to focus on the realms of politics and government. Here Julia Huang provides a remarkable account of local tribal Iranian life, offering a rare glimpse into the daily rhythms and social richness beyond the capital city of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 178076538X
• ISBN13: 9781780765389
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: I. B. Tauris & Company
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 8.4"