The Persian Gulf: Bushehr: City, Society & Trade, 1797-1947

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The book examines the political and economic evolution of Bushehr, a pivotal port in southern Persia by the late eighteenth century. It explores the city's demographics, industry, and education, highlighting its resilience against competition from other Gulf ports. Despite thriving trade, Bushehr faced challenges from British occupations and local uprisings. Ultimately, its decline stemmed from the rise of transportation infrastructure in Khuzestan, leading to a significant loss of trade and population between 1920 and 1940, culminating in a failed tribal uprising in 1946.