Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 (The Making of the Contemporary World)

Beverley Milton-Edwards analyzes the roots and emergence of new Islamic movements and the main thinkers that inspired them.Providing a much-needed historical overview, the main facets of Islamic fundamentalism are put in a global context, with a thematic debate of issues such as: the effects of colonialism on Islam secularism and the Islamic reaction Islam and violence globalization and transnational Islamic movements Islam in the wake of 9/11. For students and anyone interested in the history, effects and consequences of these Islamic movements, Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 is the book to buy. Featuring a brand new examination of Islamic fundamentalism in the wake of the Arab Spring, this fully revised and updated second edition of Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 analyzes the roots and emergence of Islamic movements in the modern world and the main thinkers that inspired them. Providing a much-needed historical overview of a fast-changing socio-political landscape, the main facets of Islamic fundamentalism are put in a global context, with a thematic debate of issues such as: - the effects of colonialism on Islam - secularism and the Islamic reaction - Islam and violence in the 9/11 era - globalization and transnational Islamist movements - Islam in the wake of the Arab Awakening Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 provides an authoritative account of the causes and diversity of Islamic fundamentalism, a modern phenomenon which has grabbed the headlines as a grave threat to the West and a potentially revolutionary trend in the Middle East. It is a valuable resource for students and those interested in the history, effects and consequences of these Islamic movements.

beverley Milton-edwards Analyzes The Roots And Emergence Of New Islamic Movements And The Main Thinkers That Inspired Them.

providing A Much-needed Historical Overview, The Main Facets Of Islamic Fundamentalism Are Put In A Global Context, With A Thematic Debate Of Issues Such As:

• The Effects Of Colonialism On Islam
• Secularism And The Islamic Reaction
• Islam And Violence
• Globalization And Transnational Islamic Movements
• Islam In The Wake Of 9/11.

for Students And Anyone Interested In The History, Effects And Consequences Of These Islamic Movements, islamic Fundamentalism Since 1945 Is The Book To Buy.

Book Cover......Page 1 Title......Page 4 Contents......Page 5 Acknowledgements......Page 10 Chronology......Page 12 Introduction......Page 18 A diverse tradition from past to present......Page 26 The advance of secularism: the decline of Islam?......Page 48 Identity and revivalism......Page 68 Islam armed: resistance in an ideological era......Page 87 Going global: fundamentalism and terror......Page 109 Ground Zero and Islamic fundamentalism......Page 130 Conclusion......Page 150 Glossary......Page 157 Notes......Page 159 Bibliography......Page 164 Index......Page 168 "Since the Second World War, Islam and politics have combined to form a potent force known as Islamic fundamentalism. This force has, in recent years, grabbed the headlines as a new and grave threat to the West. Beverley Milton-Edwards analyses the roots and emergence of the new Islamic movements and the main thinkers that inspired them." "Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 provides an authoritative account of the causes and diversity of this modern phenomenon, which affects nations throughout the world."--Jacket Beverley Milton-Edwards analyzes the roots and emergence of new Islamic movements and the main thinkers that inspired them. Providing a much-needed historical overview, the main facets of Islamic fundamentalism are put in a global context, with a thematic debate of issues such For students and anyone interested in the history, effects and consequences of these Islamic movements, Islamic Fundamentalism since 1945 is the book to buy. A Diverse Tradition From Past To Present -- The Advance Of Secularism : The Decline Of Islam? -- Identity And Revivalism -- Islam Armed : Resistance In An Ideological Era -- Going Global : Fundamentalism And Terror -- Ground Zero And Islamic Fundamentalism -- Conclusion. Beverley Milton-edwards. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [142]-150) And Index. This book analyses the roots and emergence of the new Islamic movements and the main thinkers that inspired them. The author considers issues like the effects of colonialism on Islam, Islam and violence and secularism and the Islamic reaction In recent years Islamic fundamentalism has grabbed the headlines as a new and grave threat to the West. This text analyzes the roots and emergence of the new Islamic movements and the main thinkers that inspired them