Description
| Product ID: | 9780415560283 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Political Islam |
| Subtitle: | A Critical Reader |
| Authors: | Author: Frederic Volpi |
| Page Count: | 488 |
| Subjects: | Islam, Islam, Religious and theocratic ideologies, Religious & theocratic ideologies |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Providing the student with an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the study of political Islam, this reader offers a clear route to the most influential literature in the field. The diverse range of viewpoints presented allows students to obtain a broad, enlightened, and cosmopolitan perspective on the most pressing questions of the post-9/11 era. As the topic of political Islam gains increased visibility in international politics and current affairs, it has become more difficult to navigate the vast literature that is devoted to explaining this phenomenon. This reader provides the student with an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the study of political Islam. Offering a clear route to the most influential literature in the field, the diverse range of viewpoints presented allows students to obtain a detailed, authoritative and critical perspective on the most pressing questions of the post-9/11 era. With detailed introductory chapters and clear presentation of existing literature, thematically-arranged sections cover:
This overview of political Islam will help students at all levels to appreciate its many manifestations and dimensions. A relevant text to introductory courses on history, international affairs, government and sociology, this reader is an essential tool for students of the Middle East, Muslim politics, religion in politics and Islamism. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2010-09-29 |
