revolution, 1979

The author shares the story of her experiences coming of age in Iran during the revolution of 1979, discussing her situation as a member of the small Jewish population in the country at a time when Islamic fundamentalists gained control.

Traces the political and social changes that occurred in Nicaragua after the Sandinistas overthrew the dictating Somoza family, which had backing from the United States; and discusses the rights of foreign nations to intervene in outside affairs in the twentieth century.

Primary and secondary documents provide historical background and contemporary analysis of the conflicts that have plagued Iran throughout history.

Chronicles the life of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and describes how a poor student from a remote area of Southern Iran became the nation's leader in 1979, his Islamic philosophy, and other related topics.