Looks at Iran's unchecked growth as a hidden superpower and the threat it will soon post to the United States and the world.

Originally published: New York : Crown Publishers, 2008. Persian Farsi collection. Includes index. Persian Farsi collection. Originally published: New York : Crown Publishers, 2008. Includes index. Includes maps of: [Middle East].

The Iranian paradox -- How Iran beat America -- The master plan: how Iran arrived at its secret blueprint for empire -- From terrorism to power politics: how Iran became a statist power -- Lethal and elusive: why Iran's weapons and tactics make it unconquerable--even without nukes -- Seizing the world's energy corridors: why Iran will shortly control the most vital oil and gas trade routes -- Toppling the Arab sheikhdoms: how Iran plans to seize the Persian Gulf's oil -- White knights: how Iran's Shia are winning the hearts of the Sunni Palestinians -- Winner take all: why the Shia will prevail--and the opening it offers -- Ultimate sacrifice: martyrs, suicide bombers, and the fight for the soul of Islam -- Memories that don't fade: what Iran really wants.