This book clarifies Khomeini's views on nationalism, sectarianism, and peace and war by putting the Iran-Iraq war at center of understanding of Khomeini's ideology. Moreover, by making comparisons between Khomeini's thoughts before and after the revolution with his words during the Iran-Iraq war, this book helps us see how his discourse during the conflict was shaped by such thoughts. Also, such a comparison helps us understand the complexities of Khomeini's doctrines and their evolvements. Additionally, by offering a unique set of methodological tools, this book introduces a new way to study political leaders in Iran and other parts of the Middle East.

Clarifies Khomeini's views on nationalism, sectarianism, and peace and war Helps us see how his discourse during the conflict was shaped by such thoughts Introduces a new way to study political leaders in Iran and other parts of the Middle East

Autorentext

Meysam Tyaebipour is a researcher and human right activist. Meysam's area of interests are the Middle East politics and political ideology.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Khomeini's Life and Thoughts.- 3. Theoretical Frameworks.- 4. Methodology.- 5. Khomeini and Nationalism.- 6. Khomeini and Prolonging and Normalising the Iran-Iraq War.- 7. Conclusions. ****