This book begins with a discussion of Shi’i Islam and its role in the governance of Iran, and an explanation of Shi’i political theory.

It also will summarize the contemporary history of Persia (Iran), and will demonstrate how Ayatollah Hasan Mudarris had a profound influence on Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini who led the Iranian Revolution of 1979.

This book will examine the mistakes made by the Shah, Muhammad Reza Pahlavi, which contributed to the downfall of the Iranian monarchy, and the ways in which Khomeini was able to take advantage of these mistakes.

It examines the new system of governance developed by Khomeini, and how it led to the ulama (clergy) running the government under a Velayat-I Faqih, which is the supreme leader.

Also discussed is the contributions to the revolution by Ali Shariati who was able to blend Marxism with Shi’ism.

Finally, Iran becomes the #1 state sponsor of terrorism, and has as its goals to become a nuclear power, and to spread its brand of Islamic revolution throughout the world.