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Unholy War: Terror in the Name of Islam (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780195154351)
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xThe September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon left us stunned, angry, and uncomprehending. As it became clear that these horrifying acts had been committed in the name of religion, the media, the government, and ordinary citizens alike sought answers to questions about Islam and its adherents.
In this level-headed and authoritative book, John L. Esposito, one of the world's most respected scholars of political Islam, provides answers. He clearly and carefully explains the teachings of Islam--the Quran, the example of the Prophet, Islamic law--about jihad or holy war, the use of violence, and terrorism. He chronicles the rise of extremist groups and examines their frightening worldview and tactics. Anti-Americanism (and anti-Europeanism), he shows, is a broad-based phenomenon that cuts across Arab and Muslim societies. It is not just driven by religious zealotry, but by frustration and anger at U.S. policy. It is vital to understand, however, that the vast majority of Muslims are appalled by the acts of violence committed in the name of their faith. It is essential that we distinguish between the religion of Islam and the actions of extremists like Osama bin Laden, who hijack Islamic discourse and belief to justify their acts of terrorism. This brief, clear-sighted book reflects twenty years of study, reflection, and experience on the part of a scholar who is equally respected in the West and in the Muslim world. It will prove to be the best single guide to the urgent questions that have recently forced themselves on the attention of the entire world.
Author: John L. Esposito
ISBN-10: 0195154355
ISBN-13: 9780195154351
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Language: English
Published: 05/02/2002
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.58h x 6.54w x 0.82d
Review Citation(s):
Vanity Fair 05/01/2002 pg. 78
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2002 pg. 542
Publishers Weekly 04/29/2002 pg. 53
Library Journal 05/01/2002 pg. 119
Booklist 06/01/2002 pg. 1650
Christian Century 09/11/2002 pg. 34
Choice 11/01/2002 pg. 548
In this level-headed and authoritative book, John L. Esposito, one of the world's most respected scholars of political Islam, provides answers. He clearly and carefully explains the teachings of Islam--the Quran, the example of the Prophet, Islamic law--about jihad or holy war, the use of violence, and terrorism. He chronicles the rise of extremist groups and examines their frightening worldview and tactics. Anti-Americanism (and anti-Europeanism), he shows, is a broad-based phenomenon that cuts across Arab and Muslim societies. It is not just driven by religious zealotry, but by frustration and anger at U.S. policy. It is vital to understand, however, that the vast majority of Muslims are appalled by the acts of violence committed in the name of their faith. It is essential that we distinguish between the religion of Islam and the actions of extremists like Osama bin Laden, who hijack Islamic discourse and belief to justify their acts of terrorism. This brief, clear-sighted book reflects twenty years of study, reflection, and experience on the part of a scholar who is equally respected in the West and in the Muslim world. It will prove to be the best single guide to the urgent questions that have recently forced themselves on the attention of the entire world.
Author: John L. Esposito
ISBN-10: 0195154355
ISBN-13: 9780195154351
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Language: English
Published: 05/02/2002
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.58h x 6.54w x 0.82d
Review Citation(s):
Vanity Fair 05/01/2002 pg. 78
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2002 pg. 542
Publishers Weekly 04/29/2002 pg. 53
Library Journal 05/01/2002 pg. 119
Booklist 06/01/2002 pg. 1650
Christian Century 09/11/2002 pg. 34
Choice 11/01/2002 pg. 548
By John L. Esposito
xJohn L. Esposito is University Professor, Professor of Religion and International Affairs and of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University. He is the author or editor of more than 45 books, including What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam and The Future of Islam and is Editor in Chief of Oxford Islamic Studies Online.
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