Mottahedeh, Roy <br/><br/>
The Mantle of the Prophet :  learning and power in modern Iran / 
Roy Mottahedeh 
 - London:  Chatto and Windus Ltd,  1986. 
 - 416 Pages  Hb 
<br/><br/> The Mantle of the Prophet" by Roy Mottahedeh is a biography of Ali Hashemi, but more broadly, it explores the life and times of a 19th-century Iranian merchant, offering insights into Iranian society, culture, and history. Mottahedeh's narrative weaves together themes of faith, commerce, and politics, providing a richly detailed portrait of Iran during a period of significant change. The book sheds light on the complexities of Iranian identity and the country's interactions with the Western world. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>0701130350 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Iran - Social Life and customs
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>955.05  / MOT