Modernity, Sexuality, and Ideology in Iran The Life and Legacy of a Popular Female Artist |
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| Author:
| Talattof, Kamran |
| Series title: | Modern Intellectual and Political History of the Middle East Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8156-3224-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2011 |
| Publisher: | Syracuse University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $34.95 |
Book Description:
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Makes a compelling argument that, despite revolutionary upheaval, the ideals of modernity remain remote in Iran due to the absence of a modern notion of sexuality. Talattof illustrates his argument through the life of Shahrzad, a celebrated stage and screen actress, dancer, journalist, and published poet who eventually became imprisoned and later homeless in the streets of Tehran.
Makes a compelling argument that, despite revolutionary upheaval, the ideals of modernity remain remote in Iran due to the absence of a modern notion of sexuality. Talattof illustrates his argument through the life of Shahrzad, a celebrated stage and screen actress, dancer, journalist, and published poet who eventually became imprisoned and later homeless in the streets of Tehran.