The Formation of Civil Society in Modern Iran: Public Intellectuals and the State

Product Description


This book investigates the development of contemporary Iranian civil society and the role of public intellectuals, looking in particular at how different reformist public intellectuals used civil society to craft their vision of Iran's socio-political future.


Review


"The path toward civil society in Iran has long been strewn with obstacles, but Melody Mohebi thoughtfully describes the work of Iranian reformers as they nurture a public sphere in which progressive change is possible. For anyone who cares about the future of Iran, this book is essential and encouraging reading."-Philip Seib, University of Southern California, USA


About the Author


Melody Mohebi received a PhD from the Department of Social Policy of the London School of Economics and Political Science, UK. She has worked extensively with nongovernmental institutions.