The center Of The Universe: The Geopolitics Of Iran (Rand Corporation Research Study)

Examines Iran and the nature of its relations with neighbouring states in the Middle East, Central Asia, the Soviet Union, and around the Indian Ocean. Its wide-ranging geopolitical analysis takes into account the impact of historical events, regional demography, past conflicts and the psychological attitudes and political rationale of neighbouring nations. The author's thesis is that certain aspects of Iran's foreign relations are likely to recur and influence future policies regardless of the regime in power.