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Islamic Radicalism and Global Jihad by Devin R. Springer, James L. Regens, David N. Edger is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

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Jihadist ideology inspires a diverse and decentralized collection of radical groups to fight alleged enemies of Islam and to attempt to restore - a holy caliphate to unite Muslim peoples across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. "Islamic Radicalism and Global Jihad" provides unique insights into the philosophical foundations, strategic vision, organizational dynamics, and tactics of the modern jihadist movement - with specific attention to its primary driver, Al-Qa'ida.Springer, Regens, and Edger draw heavily on Arabic language sources seldom seen in the West to explain what jihadists want and how radical thinkers have distorted the teachings of Islam to convince followers to pursue terrorism as a religious duty. With sophisticated and systematic analysis, the authors lead their readers on a fascinating intellectual journey through the differing ideas, goals, and vulnerabilities of the jihadist movement as it has evolved over time. The authors also impart wisdom from their own professional experience with terrorism, counterinsurgency, and intelligence to provide scholars, students, counterterrorism professionals, and general readers with this accessible overview of key radical Isl

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Author
Devin R. Springer, James L. Regens, David N. Edger
Publisher
Georgetown University Press : op. 2009
Published
2009
Language
EN
ISBN
9781589015784
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Political Science, Social Science, Religion

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