Militant Islam A Sociology of Characteristics, Causes and Consequences

Name: Militant Islam A Sociology of Characteristics, Causes and Consequences
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ISBN: 9780415412452

ISBN-10: 0415412455

ISBN-13: 9780415412452

Edition: 2009

Authors: Stephen Vertigans

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This book provides a sociological framework for understanding the rise and character of recent Islamic militancy. It takes a systematic approach to the phenomenon and includes analysis of cases from around the world, compares them with militancy in other religions, as well as their causes and consequences.

Book details

List price: $185.00
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 12/10/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 224
Size: 6.22" wide x 9.49" long x 0.71" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English



Acknowledgements


Introduction



The al-Qa'ida phenomenon and beyond: myths and realities



Militant Islam in local, national and transnational networks




Reinterpreting the umma: Islamic nationalism and transnationalism



Social closure and takfir: the interrelationship between secular and militant 'switchmen'



Challenging the risk society: contextualizing the impact of 'Islamic' terrorism




Reacting to the militant risk: decivilizing in the name of civilization?



Conclusion


Notes


Bibliography


Index