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Operation Ajax: The Story of the CIA Coup that Remade the Middle East
Daniel Burwen
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Description for Operation Ajax: The Story of the CIA Coup that Remade the Middle East
Paperback. Graphic true-life spy thriller about the CIA mission that overthrew Iran's democracy Illustrator(s): Burwen, Daniel. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBN; 3JJPG; FXZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 254 x 20. Weight in Grams: 756.
The year is 1953. As the value of oil skyrockets, global power brokers are taking an increased interest in the ruling political regimes of the Middle East. British agents have controlled Iranian oil exports for a generation, with the tacit approval of the Shah, but the landscape there has started to change. Democratically elected prime minister Mohammed Mossadegh's calls to overthrow the elites and take back Iran resonates among the people, and immediately American, British, and Persian agents begin to hatch plans for insurrection. Deals are made behind closed doors. Every actor has a stake. Iran's oil will flow to ... Read more
The year is 1953. As the value of oil skyrockets, global power brokers are taking an increased interest in the ruling political regimes of the Middle East. British agents have controlled Iranian oil exports for a generation, with the tacit approval of the Shah, but the landscape there has started to change. Democratically elected prime minister Mohammed Mossadegh's calls to overthrow the elites and take back Iran resonates among the people, and immediately American, British, and Persian agents begin to hatch plans for insurrection. Deals are made behind closed doors. Every actor has a stake. Iran's oil will flow to ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Verso
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Weight
756g
Number of Pages
248
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781781689233
SKU
V9781781689233
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
About Daniel Burwen
MIKE DE SEVE is an Emmy-nominated animation writer and director who has worked for Dreamworks, Cartoon Network, NBC, the CW, and Warner Brothers on projects such as Madagascar, Shrek 2, and the original Beavis and Butthead. DANIEL BURWEN is the founder and Creative Director of Cognito Comics.
Reviews for Operation Ajax: The Story of the CIA Coup that Remade the Middle East
A stunning and truly immersive experience-a story of oil and espionage that details the deceit, action, and intrigue behind one of the biggest blows to Iran's continuing fight for freedom. Aesthetically beautiful. Reza Aslan, author of Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus Nazareth An ambitious work of artistry. Brian Thies, comic book artist, Star Wars: Legacy, ... Read more