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Distant relations : Iran and Lebanon in the last 500 years

"Distant Relations: Iran and Lebanon in the Last 500 Years," edited by H.E. Chehabi and Hassan I. Mneimneh, is a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted interactions between Iran and Lebanon over five centuries. The collection delves into various aspects, including religious, political, and cultural exchanges, beginning with the migration of Shi'ite ulema from Jabal Amil to Safavid Persia in the 16th century. The volume features contributions from scholars such as Albert Hourani, Rula Jurdi Abisaab, and Judith Harik, offering insights into topics like the role of Iranian students at the American University of Beirut, the influence of Musa Sadr, and the development of Hizbullah. This scholarly work provides a nuanced understanding of the enduring and complex relationship between the two nations

Print Book, English, 2006
Centre for Lebanese Studies ; in association with I.B. Tauris ; Distributed by St. Martin's Press, Oxford, London, New York, 2006