{"title":"Vali Nasr","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of \u003cem\u003eVali Nasr\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author and scholar renowned for his expertise in international relations and Middle Eastern affairs. With a profound understanding of geopolitical dynamics, Nasr provides readers with a nuanced perspective on global power structures and conflicts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection, \u003cem\u003eIran's Grand Strategy\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into Iran's complex interactions on the global stage, providing a detailed analysis of its strategic manoeuvres. By examining the intricate web of political, military, and historical factors, Nasr offers a comprehensive guide for both enthusiasts of history and those keen on understanding modern geopolitics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClassified under the categories of \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e, these books are not only educational but also essential for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of international affairs. Nasr's accessible writing style ensures that complex subjects are presented clearly, making his works suitable for both seasoned readers and newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Vali Nasr’s profound insights and gain a better understanding of the forces shaping our world today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"irans-grand-strategy-by-vali-nasr-9780691268927","title":"Iran's Grand Strategy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Shia Revival\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gripping account that overturns simplistic portrayals of Iran as a theocratic pariah state, revealing how its strategic moves on the world stage are driven by two pervasive threats: external aggression and internal dissolution.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIran presents one of the most significant foreign policy challenges for America and the West, yet very little is known about what the country's goals really are. Vali Nasr examines Iran's political history in new ways to explain its actions and ambitions on the world stage, showing how, behind the veneer of theocracy and Islamic ideology, today's Iran is pursuing a grand strategy aimed at securing the country internally and asserting its place in the region and the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on memoirs, oral histories, and original in-depth interviews with Iranian decision makers, Nasr brings to light facts and events in Iran's political history that have been overlooked until now. He traces the roots of Iran's strategic outlook to its experiences over the past four decades of war with Iraq in the 1980s and the subsequent American containment of Iran, invasion of Iraq in 2003, and posture toward Iran thereafter. Nasr reveals how these experiences have shaped a geopolitical outlook driven by pervasive fear of America and its plans for the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChallenging the notion that Iran's foreign policy simply reflects its revolutionary values or theocratic government, \u003cem\u003eIran's Grand Strategy\u003c\/em\u003e provides invaluable new insights into what Iran wants and why, explaining the country's resistance to the United States, its nuclear ambitions, and its pursuit of influence and proxies across the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46837871804652,"sku":"9780691268927","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2676413482434.jpg?v=1758623303"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/vali-nasr.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}