Baghdad: The General Cultural Affairs House, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, has released a new publication as part of its “Historical Studies” series. This two-volume book, authored by researcher Dr. Hamid Hassoun Nahai, is titled “Marriage Ties and Their Political Impact in Royal Iraq 1921-1958.”

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the book delves into the influence that family relations, kinship ties, and marriage alliances had on shaping both the social and political landscapes during the Iraqi monarchy. It seeks to unravel the intricate interplay between the social structure and the institutions of the modern state, highlighting how family and tribal loyalties impacted decision-making processes and the distribution of power.

The researcher contends that during this era, Iraqi society was deeply rooted in networks of kinship, tribe, sect, and family. These networks allowed marriage to extend beyond its traditional social role, becoming a strategic tool for strengthening relationships, extending influence, and perpetuating power among dominant political families.

The first part of the book focuses on the social foundations that contributed to forming the political class in monarchical Iraq, exploring the connections between family, clan, and political parties. The second part investigates the direct political effects of these relationships, including government formations, parliamentary conflicts, and political crises.

Dr. Nahai employs an analytical historical approach, utilizing historical documents and evidence to explain these phenomena without bias. The book emphasizes the relationship between societal nature and the evolution of the modern Iraqi state.

The first volume consists of three chapters and provides a historical analysis of the influential trends in Iraqi political life from the state’s establishment in 1921 until 1958.