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Resurrection and Renewal : The Making of the Babi movement in Iran, 1844-1850

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: Studies in the Babi and Baha’i Religions ; 20Publication details: Los Angeles Kalimat Press 2005Edition: 2005 paperback reprint with additional extended preface by authorDescription: xxiv, 461 p. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 1-890688-42-8
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 297/.88 19
LOC classification:
  • BP340 .A45 1989
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The most complete academic treatment of the early years of the Bábi Faith. With energy and power, eminent historian Abbas Amanat communicates fully the sense of elation and terror that accompanied the birth of the New Age. He recounts the full story of the early converts and martyrs, the message of the Prophet, the shaping of the community, and the final break with Islam. A brilliant and important work of scholarship!
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Printed or electronic book Printed or electronic book New Zealand National Baha'i Reference Library 297/.88 Available

Includes index.

Bibliography: p. 441-150.

The most complete academic treatment of the early years of the Bábi Faith. With energy and power, eminent historian Abbas Amanat communicates fully the sense of elation and terror that accompanied the birth of the New Age. He recounts the full story of the early converts and martyrs, the message of the Prophet, the shaping of the community, and the final break with Islam. A brilliant and important work of scholarship!

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