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Nuclear Iran: The Birth of an Atomic State Hardcover – 30 Aug 2012

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  • Hardcover: 368 pages
  • Publisher: I.B.Tauris (30 Aug. 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1780761252
  • ISBN-13: 978-1780761251
  • Product Dimensions: 14.4 x 3.5 x 22.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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David Patrikarakos has produced an excellent account of the country's progress towards nuclear status, in which he acknowledges that neither diplomacy nor sanctions are likely to work. Max Hastings, The Sunday Times

What has been sorely missing from the debate about Iran's nuclear program is a serious, reported effort to understand what goes on in the minds of the Iranians. David Patrikarakos fills that void. Bill Keller, The New York Times

... a welcome analysis of Iran's self-perception, its nuclear plans and Western responses. The Independent

...a valuable tool for anyone seeking to get beyond the headlines to the truth of the matter. The Majalla

An interesting and informative window into Iranian thinking ... a unique and fascinating book. Mark Fitzpatrick, Director, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Programme, International Institute for Strategic Studies

One of the best and most readable accounts of a programme which has come to define Iran's relations with the West. An essential read for the general reader and specialist alike. --Ali Ansari, Professor of History at University of St Andrews and Director of the Institute for Iranian Studies

An interesting and informative window into Iranian thinking ... a unique and fascinating book. --Mark Fitzpatrick, Director, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Programme, International Institute for Strategic Studies

One of the best and most readable accounts of a programme which has come to define Iran s relations with the West. An essential read for the general reader and specialist alike. --Ali Ansari, Professor of History at University of St Andrews and Director of the Institute for Iranian Studies

About the Author

David Patrikarakos is a writer and journalist who has written for the New Statesman, Financial Times, the London Review of Books, Prospect and the Guardian.

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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat assessment whilst still accessible
By danielz on 9 Oct. 2012
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This is an extremely well written book that sheds a lot of light on the inner thoughts of those that have been influencing the Iranian nuclear problem from both within the regime and outside of it. Given that I am no expert on the situation I found this book very informative without being condescending. The writing style of the author is impressive as it gives the facts and then explains the importance of it succinctly.

I would highly recommend this book to anyone with even a passing interest in the world politics as it shows that the nuclear programme is not as simple a situation as a belligerent country wanting a means to defend itself.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEssential reading for those interested in Middle East politics
By M. N. Ezra on 11 Jan. 2013
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Part of the problem with reading about the Iranian nuclear progamme is that for many, the quality of a what is read is purely dependent on whether or not they agree with the conclusion. Patrikarakos's detailed study on the Iranian nuclear programme goes beyond such polemics. His book is the culmination of six years of research in which h travelled across several continents to speak to key players in Iran, the USA, Europe, the Arab world and Israel, and to make copious use of primary archival sources. The fruits of this research enabled Patrikarakos to piece together a complete history of the Iranian nuclear programme since its beginnings in the 1950s right up until the present day.

In his conclusion, Patrikarikos dismisses the idea as fanciful that Iran's nuclear programme is purely for civilian purposes, but that doesn't mean to say he thinks that they will build a bomb. His opinion is in line with many experts in the field: that Iran wishes to achieve a nuclear weapons capability. He explains: "by which the state has surmounted all the technological obstacles to a bomb without actually proceeding to the final stages of weaponization (which could be achieved quickly if the need arose.)"

Whether someone is new to the subject or already an expert, the book should contain information of use and as such I recommend it being read. This is not least due to the fact that if Iran obtains the bomb, or gets very close to it, it could lead to foreign policy by the USA, the EU, Israel, and the Gulf Arab states being dominated by how to respond.
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3.0 out of 5 starsOK
By Ali on 15 Oct. 2014
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Can be quite superficial in parts and is frankly over dependent on certain personalities, while not questioning their perspective in a serious fashion. Also source material is very limited. The book is also uneven in quality and coverage. While the Pahlavi era is primarily dependent on a few oral testimonies and possesses greater detail, the latter section on the Islamic Republic is quite weak all being said with little real historical grunt work being done by the author who relies on cliches at numerous junctures. There are also a number of historical errors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful clear political history of Iran's nuclear program. 11 Dec. 2013
By W. James D. Easton - Published on Amazon.com
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Beautifully clear discussion of the political history of the Iranian nuclear program. Tells a lot of "truths" that seem to have been lost in the recent controversies, i.e. That the US provided the Shah with weapons grade uranium and a reactor capable of producing plutonium.

Needs updating in light of recent developments, however as background is a refreshing antidote to the superficiality and bias of most current discussions.

Highly recommended.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for Those Interested in Iran 29 Oct. 2013
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The author has done and incredible job of taking a topic that has been distorted and confusing and laying out the historical progression of Iran's nuclear program. More importantly, his insights show how the West believes Iran thinks about the nuclear program is part of the current problem. Kudos to the author for also taking a very complex topic and making it both easy to understand and enjoyable to read. Not many foreign policy books are a joy to read and this one is.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Historical Context 5 Aug. 2013
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Covering the full history of Iran's nuclear program(s), it provides contextual understanding for the motivations underlying the effort.

I was surprised at how much continuity existed over the years: many motivations changed, but more (or at least many) remained the same.

As a bonus, it is extremely well written -- a great read.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good research! 17 May 2013
By Joao M. Rocha Filho - Published on Amazon.com
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Mr Patrikarakos did a very good job in preparing this book. I lot of detail about the Iranian position with a very good assessment of the historical background. It is clear Iran will not give up its nuclear program. Also is a book with a "good reading". Thank you David for the book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Not what 30 Dec. 2013
By Richard Michael Cummins - Published on Amazon.com
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I was actually expecting.Right in the middle of the break-through Iran talks,I thought I was buying a guide of what to expect,the pitfalls,the benefits .instead it was a history of previous Nuclear Iran So I can't tell you a lot about it or rate it real truthful like.
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