Dr. Akhavan’s outstanding book is highly (re-) commendable not only for its eloquent, at times poetic, and concise narrative. It is also superbly researched, written with clarity and conviction, easy to read, and offering deep and new insights into the life and legacy of a historical figure of which this reader had so far been unaware. A most passionate, educational, important (!!), and inspiring work indeed with a strong appeal to both the interested layman and the seasoned historian. A scholarly tour de force, a must read!