Book Days of Revolution Author: Mary Elaine Hegland Publication Year: [Year of Publication] Genre: Historical, Ethnographic, Political Science Summary: Days of Revolution is a historical and ethnographic study that delves into the local level politics, connections with national-level politics, and the changing political dynamics in Iran, drawing from the author's firsthand experience of the Iranian Revolution in 1978-1979 and subsequent trips between 2003 and 2008. The book offers a detailed account of the revolution, highlighting the need to study and understand the process of technological evolution as the basis for humanity's survival and the unification of people in a warring state. Plot: The book begins by setting the context of the Iranian Revolution, explaining how the country's political landscape was transformed by the events of 1978-1979. The author describes the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini and his leadership during the revolution, which led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of an Islamic republic. The book then explores the impact of the revolution on the lives of ordinary Iranians, examining how it affected their daily experiences, beliefs, and values. The author argues that the revolution was not just a political event but also a social and cultural transformation that changed the fabric of Iranian society. They describe how the revolution created new power structures, institutions, and ideologies that continue to shape the country's politics today.

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