Persia in the mind of the West

This article traces the stereotyping of Persia in the popular imagination of the 'West' from ancient Europe until the America of the twentieth century. The author shows how Persia has changed from being seen in ancient times as a respected enemy, to an envied enemy, a respected friend, a d...

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Published in:Islam and Christian-Muslim relations
Main Author: Frye, Richard Nelson 1920-2014 (Author)
Format: Electronic/Print Article
Language:English
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Published: Routledge 2003
In: Islam and Christian-Muslim relations
Further subjects:B Usa
B enemy image
B Western world
B Industrial nations
B Enemy image
B Iran / Persien
B historical overview
B Historischer Überblick
B Iran / Persia
B Public image
B Foreign country
Online Access: Volltext (doi)