@text:A quarter of a century on from the revolution of 1979 there is an ongoing political struggle within Iran between traditionalists and modernists, with the ever-younger average age of the population playing a dynamic role. On the international stage, the big issues remain Iran's hostility towards Israel and the development of nuclear power in the face of US and international opposition. This is all in addition to the oil question and the strategic interest of Russia, an issue which harks back to the 19 th century but remains unresolved, as well as Iran's concern about the proper stewardship of the holy places of Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem. This four-volume set brings together for the first time the best articles to be written on the politics of modern Iran. In so doing, the series will be an invaluable source of reference for both scholars and students alike and will allow those developing an interest in Iran to quickly and easily access the highest quality scholarship in the field. 1. History & Theory Any understanding of modern Iran must be founded on a firm grasp of the historical context and some of the conceptual issues which underwrite contemporary Iranian politics. This volume compiles the best articles analysing Iran's historical inheritance, including articles on religion and culture. 2. Politics & History This volume includes articles on the political development of Iran from the 20th century. It is subdivided into key periods for ease of access. 3. Political Economy The third volume brings together articles which look specifically at economic development and the contemporary political economy. 4. International Relations The final volume brings together articles looking at Iran's foreign relations, including a special section on the Iran-Iraq War. There has never been a more timely and opportune moment for studies on modern Iran. This set, in bringing together the best articles, both past and present, provides the interested reader with a wide range of studies articulating differing views and perspectives from a single resource.