Critical Analysis of Historical Discourse of Shazdeh Ehtijab
Iranian intellectuals each held a specific plan in mind to comprehend their historical context and to grasp the challenges that plagued Iranian society. Based on these perceptions, they formulated their intellectual duties. One of these intellectuals was Golshiri, who subtly outlined such a plan in his renowned novel "Shazdeh Ehtjab." In this article, our endeavour has been to uncover the concealed historical discourse within Golshiri's work, employing Fairclough's critical discourse analysis method. Through this analysis, we aim to elucidate the foundational assumptions underpinning the author's preferred discourse.
Identifying these underlying assumptions is pivotal in scrutinizing Golshiri's intellectual lineage—assumptions that we thoroughly explore in the final section of this article. Additionally, we illuminate how Golshiri's ideological foundations not only trace back to his intellectual heritage and the evolution of his socio-political trajectory but also reflect the societal transformations of his era. Beyond these aspects, we delve into certain contradictions inherent in Golshiri's perspective, delving into three tiers of examination: description, interpretation, and explanation.