{"product_id":"operation-ajax-isbn-9781781689233","title":"Operation Ajax","description":"\u003cb\u003eGraphic true-life spy thriller about the CIA mission that overthrew Iran’s democracy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe year is 1953. As the value of oil skyrockets, global power brokers begin to take interest in the political regimes of the Middle East. British agents have controlled Iranian oil exports for a generation, but the Shah’s hold on peace is shaky as a charismatic leader enters the scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mohammed Mossadegh’s calls to overthrow the elites resonates among the people, and as rumors circulate of an impending revolt, American, British and Persian agents hatch plans of overthrow. Deals are made behind closed doors. Every actor has a stake. Iran’s oil will flow, by any means necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eOperation Ajax\u003c\/i\u003e is the story of the CIA coup that removed the democratically elected Mossadegh and reinstated the monarchy. Introduced by \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e–bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eAll the Shah’s Men\u003c\/i\u003e, Stephen Kinzer, \u003ci\u003eOperation Ajax\u003c\/i\u003e is a thrilling tale of real-life intrigue.“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.”  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Reza Aslan, author of \u003ci\u003eZealot: The Life and Times of Jesus Nazareth\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Important stories that grab you because of their artistry and their beautiful images.”   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Amy Goodman\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “\u003ci\u003eOperation Ajax\u003c\/i\u003e offers a riveting narrative … It’s an excellent introduction to this pivotal moment in modern history, and an important contribution to a fraught historical record.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003ePopMatters \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “An ambitious work of artistry.”  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Brian Thies, comic book artist, \u003ci\u003eStar Wars: Legacy\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWinter Soldier\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Emotionally and politically charged, \u003ci\u003eOperation Ajax\u003c\/i\u003e delivers a convincing narrative that derives its drama not from its impressive presentation or dramatic fury, but from uncomfortable truths.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Kevin Hanna, comic book writer and artist, \u003ci\u003eThe Clockwork Girl\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCreature Academy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “One of the coolest media experiences I’ve seen on the iPad.”  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e (in praise of the \u003ci\u003eOperation Ajax\u003c\/i\u003e app)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eMike de Seve\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003ci\u003eMadagascar\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShrek 2\u003c\/i\u003e, and the original \u003ci\u003eBeavis and Butthead\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cb\u003eDaniel Burwen\u003c\/b\u003e is the founder and Creative Director of Cognito Comics.","brand":"Verso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300746318053,"sku":"NP9781781689233","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781781689233.jpg?v=1767734235","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/operation-ajax-isbn-9781781689233","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}