Autocracy, Modernization, and Revolution in Russia and Iran

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Focusing on the shared dynamics of the Russian and Iranian revolutions, the book analyzes the contrasting leadership of Lenin and Khomeini. It examines the differing social bases of each revolution, highlighting the urban working class in Russia and traditional groups in Iran. Tim McDaniel delves into the challenges faced by autocratic monarchies in their pursuit of modernity, emphasizing the concept of autocratic modernization and the complexities involved in transforming these nations into industrial societies.