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1. A Bibliography on Leisure
Compiled by Nushin 'Omrani
A bibliography of books addressing "free time" and "leisurely moments".

2. A Bibliography of the Youth
Compiled by Maryan R. 'Aliabadi, Shahrzad Taherilotfi, and Nushin 'Omrani
A selected listing of university thesis and articles about youth matters written before and after the Islamic Revolution.

3. Annotated Bibliography of Family
Compiled by Sharareh Shahbazi and Nushin 'Omrani
A bibliography of books addressing the "family".

4. A Periodical Index on Women
Compiled by Maryam R. 'Aliabadi and Shahrzad Taherilotfi, and Nushin 'Omrani
A selected listing of articles written on Women's Issues before and after the Islamic Revolution.

History and Culture

1. Social and Cultural History of Tehran
Volume One: From the Beginning to the Darulkhalafeh-ye Naseri
By: Nasser Takmil Homayoun
A chronological study of events associated with the early history of Tehran.

2. Social and Cultural History of Tehran
Volume Two: Darulkhalafeh-ye Naseri
By: Nasser Takmil Homayoun
This study examines the city of Tehran from the reign of Nasir al-Din Shah through the Constitutional Revolution and the eventual establishment of the Pahlavi dynasty. Topics of health, demography, economics and professions are discussed.

3. Social and Cultural History of Tehran
Volume Three: From Destruction of Darulkhalafeh-ye Nasseri to the End of the Pahlavi Era
By: Nasser Takmil Homayoun.

4. The Evolution of the Army in the Contemporary History of Iran
Volume One: Formation of the Military and Police Forces During the Qajar Period
By: Nasser Takmil Homayoun
After the death of Karim Khan Zand, Aqa Muhammad Khan Qajar founded the nucleus of Iranian military with the goal of establishing himself as king and solidifying the country's unity and national boundaries. The evolution of these forces through time is examined from the Safavid era.

5. Quds-e Iran: Introducing Celebrated Iranian Women
Compiled by Simin Ahmadi and Zahra Shoja'i
An introduction to a selected number of renowned Iranian women in present day Islamic Republic of Iran.

Culture and Literature

1. Karname-ye Zarrin: A Memorial on Dr. 'Abdol Hossein Zarrinkoob
Editor: A. Dahbashi
A collection of articles dedicated to the subject of life and works of Dr. 'Abdol Hossein Zarrinkoob written by Iranian scholars.

Language

1. The Hezareh: One Thousand Verses on Arabic Syntax
The Alfiah of Ibn-e-Malek, with the versified translation into Persian
By: Gholamreza Dabiran
Among the newer literary works in the Arabic Language is Alfiyeh ibn Malik is of great importance and has always been included in the curricula of religious seminaries. This is a translation and a rendition in poetry.

Culture and Cinema

1. The Lazy Hero
A film script by Behrooz Gharibpour
Written for children.



2. The Man in White
A film script by Khosrow Sina'i.

3. A Guide to Iranian Documentary Film from Beginning to 1997
By: Massoud Mehrabi
An introduction and listing of Iranian documentary cinema.

4. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1930-1961)
By: Gholam Heydari

5. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1962-1968)
By: Gholam Heydari

6. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1969-1972)
By: Gholam Heydari

7. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1973-1978)
By: Abbas Baharloo

8. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1979-1986)
By: Gholam Heydari

9. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1987-1990)
By: Gholam Heydari

10. Iranian Cinema: A Filmography (1991-1994)
By: Gholam Heydari

11. A Bibliography on Cinema (1980-1988)
Compiled by Farkhondeh S. Mar'ashi

12. A Bibliography on Cinema (1988)
Compiled by Farkhondeh S. Mar'ashi

13. A Bibliography on Cinema (1989)
Compiled by Farkhondeh S. Mar'ashi

14. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1980-1988)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

15. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1988)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

16. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1989)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

17. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1990)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

18. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1991)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

19. A Bibliography on Iranian Films Criticism (1992-1993)
Compiled by Shahrzad Khashe'

20. A Man for all Years: A Scenario on Qa'em Maqam Farahani
By: Mohsen Damadi
A film script for a documentary on the life of this Iranian prime minister of the early Qajar era (circa 1835).

21. History of Animation in Iran
By: Mihan Javaherian
The history of animation in Iran from the early days to 1998.

22. Introduction and Critique of Ali Hatami's Films
Compiled and edited by: Gholam Heydari
A collection of essays on the life and works of the Iranian film director 'Ali Hatami.

23. Considerations About Economic Aspects of Iranian Cinema
Compiled and edited by: Muhammand Mehdi Dadgu
A study of economic issues pertinent to the film industry in Iran, before and after the Islamic Revolution.

24. Set Design
By: Iraj Raminfar

25. An Analytical History of One Hundred Years of Iranian Cinema:
Compiled by: 'Abbas Baharloo and Gholam Heydari
A collection of essays on the history of Iranian film industry on the occasion of the
one hundredth year of Iranian cinema.

26. The Tragedy of Iranian Comedies
By: Gholam Heydari
A history and analytical view of this genre of Iranian cinema.

27. The Challenges Faced by Iranian Cinematographers: Past and Present
By: Gholam Heydari

Culture and Photography

1. Chehrenegarane Isfahan: A View of the History of Photography of Iran
By: Parisa Damandan
A photographically illustrated synopsis of the history of public photography studios of Isfahan.

2. Visible Treasure
Collected and compiled by: Bahman Jalali
A collection of photographs from the Golestan Palace photo-archive, together with a reproduction of the 'Aksiyeh Hashariyeh essay on photography written by Muhammad ibn 'Ali Meshkat al-Molk which was first published in Iran during the mid-nineteenth century.

Culture and People

1. Iran Coffee Houses
By: 'Ali Bulookbashi
An ethnological study of this setting of public gatherings in Iranian daily life.

2. Critique and Review: Ethnological Book Reviews
By: 'Ali Bulookbashi
A collection of eighteen essays published over a period of thirty six years in varied Iranian journals on the topic of literature in the fields of social anthropology and folk culture.

3. Disfuli Riddles
By: Seyyed Muhammad 'Ali Imam (Ahvazi)
This book is divided into three sections. The first part is a study of Iranian folk literature and is written by 'Ali Bulookbashi as a introduction to the book. The second part is a history of the southern Iranian city of Disful. The third part is a thorough coverage of Disfuli riddles.


4. A Guide to Traditional Iranian Games
By: Sorayya Ghezel Ayagh
A complete listing of Iranian traditional folk games with explanatory text. Published in cooperation of UNESCO.

Culture and Architecture

1. Old Windows of Tehran
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Photographically illustrated history of Tehran architecture as seen through the varied designs of window frames.

2. Tabriz: A Solid Cornerstone of Iranian Architecture
By: Husayn Sultanzade
A history of architecture of Tabriz.

3. Design Continuity of the Persian Garden in Taj Mahal
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Taj Mahal is one of the most famous monuments of the Islamic world which was designed and built on Iranian precepts of architectural design. The author has sought to bring to light this connection through examination of historical texts and available architectural designs.

4. Zavareh: The Symbol of the Kavir Myth
By: 'Ali Qaffari
Photographically illustrated book on the urban design of this desert city.

5. Columns and Capital in Tehran
By: Cyrus Samii
Photographically illustrated history of Tehran architecture as seen through the varied designs of columns and capitals.

6. Urban Spaces in the Historical Texture of Iran
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Roads, squares, gates, entrance spaces of city public buildings, bridges and rivers in representative Iranian cities.

7. Entry Spaces of the Houses in Ancient Tehran
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Photographically illustrated history of Tehran architecture as seen through the varied designs of entry spaces of residences.

8. Entry Spaces in the Traditional Architecture of Iran
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Photographically illustrated study of entry spaces as defined by traditional Iranian architecture.

9. Iranian Architecture and Urban Design according to Ferdowsi's Shahnameh
By: Husayn Sultanzade

10. Nain: City of Historical Millennia
By: Husayn Sultanzade
Photographically illustrated architectural study of the old district of Nain.

11. Facades of Tehran Buildings
By: Architecture student project of Azad University
A thorough examination of the facades of buildings of Tehran from the Qajar era.

12. Decoration on the Portals of the Old Tehran Houses
By: Afsaneh 'Alimuhammadi
A thorough examination of the decorative stucco work on the portals of the residences of Tehran from the Qajar era.

Cultural evolution and the ever-increasing exigencies of the Iranian society today, specifically that of the youth, has triggered the need for new studies about the land, history, civilization, culture and arts of Iran. Next to this imperative necessity stands the inquisitive scrutiny of generations of yesteryears and today. The publications department of the Cultural Research Bureau has thus launched an ambitious project entitled “What do I know of Iran?” in order to address this issue. The books published within this series are 100 to 120 pages, and target families and public libraries.

What do I know about Iran? No. 1
Cultural Domain and Historical Boundaries of Irânzamîn
By Dr. Nasser Takmil Homayoun

The cultural domain of Iran is examined from the standpoint of the peoples and races that settled this land from the early definitions of boundaries to the present day.

What do I know about Iran? No. 2
Qeshm Island: The Uncut Pearl in the Persian Gulf
By: Ali Bulookbashi

The topics of geography, culture, economics, education, and health pertinent to the island of Qeshm is examined.

What do I know about Iran? No.3
Persipolis
By: Husayn Sultanzade

The buildings and rock reliefs at Persipolis are studied from an architectural, design and construction aspect.

What do I know about Iran? No.4
Âbeskûn or Âshûrâdeh Island
By: Dr. Nasser Takmil Homayoun

The topics of geography, history, economics and culture pertinent to the island of Âshûrâdeh along with its geo-political importance is examined.

What do I know about Iran? No.5
Qâli Shûyân: Rites of the Symbolic Washing of a Carpet in Mashhad-e Ardihâl
By: Ali Bolookbashi

The geographical and socio-historical aspects of Ardihâl are examined along with the annual ritual of carpet washing. Results of recent anthropological fieldwork have also been incorporated.

What do I know about Iran? No.6
The History of the Caspian Sea
By: Dr. Nasser Takmil Homayoun

The history of the largest lake in the world is examined from the time of the Greeks, Romans and Iranians. The Islamic period along with recent developments in the region have also been studied.

What do I know about Iran? No.7
Nowrûz: The Festival of Iranian New Year and Regeneration of Cosmogony
By: Ali Bulookbashi

A research into the origins of Nowrûz along with the new year rituals as celebrated by Iranians.

What do I know about Iran? No. 8
Persian Carpet
By: Fazlollah Heshmati Razavi

A study of the art and industry of carpet weaving in Iran including the different types of weave, materials and design.

What do I know about Iran? No. 9
Inscriptions of Ancient Iran
By: Mohammad Taghi Rashed Mohassel

A short synopsis of the history of inscriptions in Iran covering the majority of different languages and writings on rocks, wood, animal hide, ceramics, coins, metals and varied artifacts.

What do I know about Iran? No. 10
The Persian Gulf
By: Dr. Nasser Takmil Homayoun

A short synopsis of the history and geography of the Persian Gulf and an examination of modern imperialistic ambitions in the region.