The Struggle of Imam Khomeini to establish Islamic Republic of Iran

The struggle of Imam Khomeini to establish the Islamic Republic of Iran started on 28th October 1962 when he delivered his first speech against the oppressive Pahlavi regime. It continued until February 11, 1979 with the success of Islamic Revolution - a total duration of about 16 years and 4 months. During this long period, he spent over 8 months in prison and house arrest. He was then exiled to three different countries (Turkey, Iraq, and France) for a total period of 14 years and 4 months.

However, Imam was a courageous warrior in the path of God, a sincere supporter of the oppressed, and a person of extraordinary strong will. Despite his old age, during this long period, Imam gave 114 reported public speeches, wrote nearly 600 letters, issued over 200 permissions on various matters, gave over 30 statements, sent over 120 messages, gave over 122 interviews, sent nearly 50 Telegram messages and sent over 50 other communications.

This book presents his speeches during four different phases of his struggle – Qom (first 2 years), Najaf (nearly 13 years), Neauphle-le-Chateau (nearly 4 months), and Tehran (last 10 days after his return from exile).