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This succinct but comprehensive study of the history of the Bah?? Faith explores the religion from its origins in mid-nineteenth century Iran to the spiritual and social concerns of the present day, covering key people, places and events. Tracing the rise and development of the second most widespread religion in the world, this si a succinct but comprehensive study of the history of the Bah?? Faith. About the Author Peter Smith is Program Director for Social Science at Mahidol University?s International College, Thailand. His many books include A concise encyclopaedia of the Bah?? Faith, also published by Oneworld. Table of Contents Part I : The BAB RELIGION, 1844-53 The Islamic and Iranian Background Emergence of the Babi Movement The Development of a New Religion Conflict and Collapse, 1848-53 PART II : THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE BAHA" I FAITH  Baha U LLAH The writing and teachings of Baha U LLAH ABDU?L BAHA BAHA" I Communities, 1866-1921 Part III : THE BAHA?i FAITH SINCE 1922 Shoghi Effendi The Universal House of Justice BAHA?I Communities, 1992 to the present Conclusion