The dominant idea is that women in the 19th century Iran had lived in the shadows and had no impact on society, but it is not quite true. The Woman of the Qajar is dedicated to studying this issue and by studying the lives of prominent women of the time with an interesting narrative, brings into focus the impact of what these women have done, on the fundamental changes in Iranian society. The book provides historical background for a number of present issues, education of women, how women dress, and likewise. For those interested in the women issues, this book will be a helpful read.

The dominant idea is that women in the 19th century Iran had lived in the shadows and had no impact on society, but it is not quite true. The Woman of the Qajar is dedicated to studying this issue and by studying the lives of prominent women of the time with an interesting narrative, brings into focus the impact of what these women have done, on the fundamental changes in Iranian society. The book provides historical background for a number of present issues, education of women, how women dress, and likewise. For those interested in the women issues, this book will be a helpful read.