Mohammad Gholi Majd Books

Focusing on the geopolitical struggles over oil in Iraq and Persia post-WWI, the narrative delves into the murder of American Vice-Consul Robert Imbrie. Through U.S. State Department documents, it presents a compelling argument that Imbrie's death was part of a conspiracy to strengthen British influence in the region, highlighting the intricate interplay between diplomacy and resource control. The book sheds light on the broader Anglo-American tensions during this pivotal historical period.

The book delves into the catastrophic famine in Iran from 1917 to 1919, which resulted in the death of 8-10 million people, marking it as a significant yet overlooked genocide during World War I. This edition enhances the original research with newly uncovered US military records, British sources, and Iranian perspectives, including memoirs and newspaper reports. Additionally, it features a new chapter detailing Iran's military and political landscape during the war, offering a thorough and nuanced examination of this tragic historical event.

The book reveals how the U.S. government facilitated American museums in acquiring significant Persian antiquities through recently declassified State Department records. It highlights the overlooked role of these artifacts in shaping American-Persian relations, illustrating a complex interplay between cultural heritage and diplomacy.

The book offers an in-depth exploration of Iran's history from 1919 to 1930, filling a significant gap in English-language scholarship. It meticulously documents the political, social, and economic changes during this transformative period, providing insights into the country's evolution and the impact of global events on its trajectory. Through extensive research, it presents a comprehensive narrative that enhances understanding of Iran's historical context and its implications for contemporary issues.

The narrative focuses on the downfall of Reza Shah, building on the author's previous exploration of his rise. Drawing from extensive research of U.S. diplomatic and military records, along with media reports, the book unveils a compelling account of historical events. Over seventy years after the fact, it provides a fresh perspective on this significant period in history, revealing insights that have long remained scattered and underexplored.

The book offers a detailed exploration of military, diplomatic, and political developments in Persia between 1914 and 1918, drawing on U.S. State Department archives, Persian sources, and memoirs of British military officers. It presents a comprehensive analysis of the intricate dynamics at play during this tumultuous period, shedding light on the impact of global events on Persia's internal affairs and its interactions with foreign powers.

This book uses US diplomatic, military, and intelligence records, as well as primary British sources to examine the famine, epidemics, and chaos in Iran under Allied occupation during World War II. číst celé