204 results for 'Jihad'

The Mind of Jihad by Laurent Murawiec This book examines contemporary jihad as a cult of violence and power. Murawiec argues that all jihadi groups, regardless of their sectarian or national...

The Koran's teachings on jihad are explored in this thought-provoking work. The book delves into the concept of jihad, examining its meaning and significance within Islamic tradition. It provides...

Jihad is Not Terrorism by Sayyed K explores the Quranic definition of jihad, clarifying that it refers to the defence of human life and property in exceptional circumstances, rather than a preemptive...

Jihad Beyond Islam by Gabriele Marranci offers a nuanced and sophisticated anthropological understanding of Muslims' lives. This timely book explores how jihad manifests itself in everyday Muslim...

The features that define Al-Qaeda as a global movement are often overlooked. Faisal Devji's Landscapes of the Jihad explores these characteristics in depth, examining the decentralised organisation...

The true nature of Islam and its doctrine of Jihad has been shrouded in mystery for centuries. In this groundbreaking book, M.A. Khan reveals the shocking truth behind the primary demands of Jihad,...

Jihad: A History in DocumentsThis updated and expanded edition explores Muslim thinking about war and peace. The new edition includes a revised introduction and translations of selected revelatory...

German Jihad: Understanding the Internationalisation of Islamist Terrorism The German jihadist scene has become a significant player in Europe's extremist landscape. Since 2007, it has evolved into...

Shiraz Maher's groundbreaking study of salafi-jihadism provides a comprehensive understanding of the intellectual underpinnings of this destructive political philosophy.From its origins in the Hindu...

War and Peace in Islam: The Uses and Abuses of Jihad presents a nuanced understanding of jihad as it is understood by the majority of the world's 1.7 billion Muslims today.This authoritative work,...

Answering Jihad: A Better Way Forward by Nabeel Qureshi In this deeply personal and thought-provoking book, Nabeel Qureshi explores the complex and often misunderstood concept of jihad. As a former...

The Ottoman Empire's entry into World War I sparked widespread attention in 1914. This book explores the background and impact of the Sultan-Caliph's proclamation of Jihad, which had significant...

The Fertile Soil of Jihad Terrorism's Prison Connection by Patrick T. Dunleavy In 1993, two events connected by common threads marked the beginning of jihad in America. A young Palestinian man named...

Crusade and Jihad: The Thousand-year War Between the Muslim World and the Global North by William R. Polk is a comprehensive history of the conflict between the Muslim world and societies in Europe,...

Jihadism: A Complex and Growing Threat to Western Democracies Jihadism is a multifaceted and complex phenomenon that has become a significant force against Western capitalism. In this comprehensive...

Shackled Warrior: Israel and the Global Jihad by Caroline Glick This collection of commentaries offers insight into the complex social contexts that shape global and national affairs. Caroline Glick,...

The Last Jihad by Joel C. Rosenberg In the aftermath of 9/11, a novel predicted an attack on the US and the war in Iraq - but was written before any of it happened. This thought-provoking thriller is...

The Apocalypse and the End of History: Modern Jihad and the Crisis of Liberalism By Suzanne Schneider Verso Books, 2021 In this authoritative study, historian Suzanne Schneider examines the politics...

Jihad: A Short History by Terry Bushell is a comprehensive and engaging account of Islam's 1,000-year assault on humanity. This concise history explores the major conflicts between Islamic forces and...

The Butlerian Jihad is the first book in a series that explores the origins of a war against thinking machines in a vast, complex universe. This epic novel delves into the early days of the Spacing...

Terror in France: The Rise of Jihad in the West by Gilles Kepel is an explosive account of the radicalization of Muslim youth that led to devastating attacks in Europe. In 2005, riots in French...

Reclaiming Jihad: A Qur'anic Critique of Terrorism by ElSayed Amin This book offers a scholarly critique of the relationship between Islam and violence, challenging common misconceptions about the...

From Jihad to Politics: How Syrian Jihadis Embraced PoliticsThis open access title explores the transformation of two major Syrian Jihadi groups, Ahrar al-Sham and Jabhat al-Nusra, as they shifted...

The Caravan: Abdallah Azzam and the Rise of Global JihadBy Thomas Hegghammer, published by Cambridge University Press in 2020.This biography explores the life and influence of Abdallah Azzam, a...

Abdullah Anas's memoir is an intimate portrait of his involvement in the Afghan jihad and its aftermath. A key figure in the conflict, he befriended influential jihadi leaders, including Gulbuddin...

Abdullah Anas's memoir offers a unique perspective on the Afghan jihad and its connections to the Algerian civil war. Co-written with investigative journalist Tam Hussein, this book provides an...

The Language of Violent Jihad by Paul Baker, Rachelle Vessey, and Tony McEnery is an in-depth analysis of the linguistic strategies employed by violent jihadists to persuade people to carry out...

Leaderless Jihad: Terror Networks in the Twenty-First CenturyThis book explores how Islamic terrorism emerges and operates in the modern world. Forensic psychiatrist Marc Sageman argues that...

A comprehensive two-volume collection examining the global reach and nature of jihad, focusing on its dynamics in Africa and Europe. This timely account provides critical perspectives on the extent...

Islamic Radicalism and Global Jihad explores the philosophical foundations, strategic vision, organizational dynamics, and tactics of the modern jihadist movement. Drawing heavily on Arabic language...

Inside The Gender Jihad: Women's Reform in Islam explores the feminist movement within Islam and its challenges. Dr Amina Wadud examines the textual foundations of this movement in the Qur'an, as...

God's Terrorists: The Wahhabi Cult and the Hidden Roots of Modern Jihad by Charles Allen The brutal assassination of Commissioner Frederick Mackeson in 1853 was a bloody declaration of conflict that...

Jesus, Jihad, and Peace: What Bible Prophecy Says About World Events Today by Michael Youssef explores the parallels between Jewish, Christian, and Islamic prophecies regarding the end times. A...

Anwar al-Awlaki's Western Jihad is a detailed account of the life and legacy of the influential figure who translated jihad into English. Alexander Meleagrou-Hitchens examines how Anwar al-Awlaki...

Peter Kreeft challenges our understanding of "ecumenism" and "jihad", two words that may seem mutually exclusive. He argues that we are at war, but with sides that have changed radically.Kreeft...

Palestinian Islamic Jihad: Islamist Writings on Resistance and ReligionThis comprehensive collection provides a unique insight into the ideology of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, one of the most...

The Clash of Fundamentalisms: Crusades, Jihads and Modernity by Tariq Ali Tariq Ali challenges the assumptions surrounding the September 11 attacks, arguing that they were a response to the invisible...

Gilles Kepel's landmark study explores the rise of Islamic extremism from its origins in the 1970s to its impact on the West in 2001. He examines how the concept of jihad, or 'Holy Struggle', clashes...

This study of the Futanke colonies in Karta offers a lucid analysis of a changing jihad society. John Hanson's research revises late-19th-century colonialist assumptions about a West African Muslim...

The threat of global jihad and Islamic radicalisation poses a significant challenge to modern societies. This ideology has been used to justify violence and undermine democratic values, as extremist...

Nigeria's formation is a complex and multifaceted story that spans centuries. From the launch of jihad in 1804 to the British colonial administration in 1914, this book explores the events and...

Granta 103 brings together a diverse range of voices and perspectives in a thought-provoking exploration of contemporary issues. From investigations into the rise of British jihad to reflections on...

Jihad in Saudi Arabia: Violence and Pan-Islamism since 1979 By Thomas Hegghammer This book presents the first ever history of Saudi jihadism, based on extensive fieldwork in the kingdom and primary...

The Globalization of Israel: McWorld in Tel Aviv, Jihad in JerusalemThis concise introduction to contemporary Israel explores how globalization is shaping the country's social and economic landscape...

Salafism in Lebanon: From Apoliticism to Transnational Jihadism by Robert G. Rabil explores the emergence and development of Salafism as a prominent religious movement in Lebanon, shedding light on...

Neoliberalism and Neo-Jihadism examines the complex relationship between two influential ideologies of our time: neoliberalism and neo-jihadism. Drawing on theoretical frameworks, this book...

The Universal Enemy: Jihad, Empire and the Challenge of Solidarity by Darryl Li explores the concept of jihad in a way that challenges conventional wisdom. Anthropologist and attorney Darryl Li...

Indonesia's recent history of Islamist terrorist violence has drawn international attention, but the complexities of this phenomenon remain poorly understood. In "Riots, Pogroms, Jihad", John T...

The Butlerian Jihad is the first book in the Legends of Dune trilogy, a prequel to Frank Herbert's iconic Dune series. This epic science fiction novel explores a pivotal epoch in the history of the...

The concept of jihad has become increasingly polarised in global discourse. However, for most Muslims, jihad is not about violence against others, but rather a continuous struggle to promote and...

The concept of jihad has played a significant role in Islamic thought and history. This book explores its development in the early centuries following the 7th-8th century BCE, challenging common...

Jared Cohen's Children of Jihad is a gripping account of his journeys to the Middle East in an effort to understand the spread of radical Islamist violence among Muslim youth. Defying foreign...

The Islamic State in Khorasan Afghanistan, Pakistan and the New Central Asian Jihad by Antonio Giustozzi explores the nature and evolution of the Islamic State's presence in the region. Based on...

A History of Palestinian Islamic Jihad provides a comprehensive analysis of one of the most important yet least understood Palestinian armed factions. By examining its history, ideology and...

Comparing the Qur'an and the Bible: What They Really Say about Jesus, Jihad, and MoreThis book offers an unprecedented collection of Scriptures and doctrines from both faiths presented side by side...

Queer Jihad: LGBT Muslims on Coming Out, Activism, and the FaithThis book chronicles the struggles of individuals and organizations as they navigate their faith and sexuality. A new generation of...

A provocative account of the clash between British imperialism and Arab jihadism in Africa between 1870 and 1920. Neil Faulkner explores the complex interactions between anti-slavery humanitarianism,...

Communication in Global Jihad by Jonathan Andre Matusitz explores the vital role communication plays in the global jihadist movement. This conceptually driven book examines how communicative tools...

Engineers of Jihad: The Curious Connection between Violent Extremism and EducationThis groundbreaking investigation explores why many Islamic radicals come from an engineering background. Diego...

Zengi and the Muslim Response to the Crusades: The Politics of Jihad provides a comprehensive understanding of Zengi's career, from his personality and motives to his power and ambition. This book...

Tristan Dunning's Hamas, Jihad and Popular Legitimacy offers a nuanced exploration of the Israel/Palestine conflict through the lens of Hamas' evolving resistance discourses. By examining the...

Jihadism in the Russian-speaking World: A Post-Soviet Phenomenon This book explores the complex and multifaceted phenomenon of jihadism in Russia's North Caucasus region, tracing its roots to the...

Olivier Roy examines the origins and appeal of Islamic State, a group that has become the global threat of our time. Islamic State emerged from local resentment in Iraq and Syria, where Sunni Arabs...

A gripping thriller set against the backdrop of global turmoil, Sons of Eirinn Operation Celtic Jihad follows two brothers on divergent paths as they become embroiled in a heart-pounding race against...

The Age of Jihad: Islamic State and the Great War for the Middle East by Patrick Cockburn This comprehensive analysis charts the turmoil of the Middle East since 9/11, exploring the devastating role...

The Indian Empire at War: From Jihad to Victory A fresh perspective on World War I, told through the voices of the Indian army's officers and ranks. Almost two million volunteers served in the Great...

This revised and updated edition sheds light on the Islamic faith, its traditions, and historical context. Dr. Mark Gabriel shares valuable insights into the relationship between Islam and terrorism,...

Fighting the Greater Jihad: Amadu Bamba and the Founding of the Muridiyya of Senegal, 1853-1913 offers a fresh perspective on the history of Muslim institutions in Africa. Drawing from archival,...

The Satanic Verses sparked a global outcry in 1989, its author Salman Rushdie facing death threats and violence. Thirty years on, Kenan Malik examines how this event shaped international debates on...

This detailed account explores the emergence and evolution of Lashkar-e-Taiba and its political arm, Jamat ud Dawah, since the early 1990s. It examines how these groups have developed their...

Counter Jihad: A sweeping account of America's military campaigns in the Islamic world. This comprehensive history traces the unfolding wars from their origins in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan...

A powerful collection of poetry and prose, Nafsi is a spiritual revolution that calls to your soul. It explores the conflict between the self and the body, examining desires, pain, love, and hope...

Europe's response to jihadist terror and aggressive Islamism is complex and multifaceted. In this analysis, Russell A. Berman explores how some European countries have opted for appeasement and...

The Indian Empire at War: From Jihad to Victory A fresh perspective on World War I, told through the voices of the Indian army's officers and ranks. Almost two million volunteers served in the Indian...

Defying Jihad: The Dramatic True Story of a Woman Who Volunteered to Kill Infidels--And Then Faced Death for Becoming One by Esther Ahmad. At eighteen, Esther's life took an unexpected turn when she...

Nexus of Global Jihad: Understanding Cooperation Among Terrorist Actors By Assaf Moghadam, Columbia University Press, 2017, 380 pages, paperback. The global jihadist movement has long been...

Inside the world of Islamist extremism, one man walked a delicate balance between two worlds. Omar Nasiri, a secret agent for Europe's top foreign intelligence services, risked his life to infiltrate...

The Islamic State's sinister obsession with the Western world is revealed in this detailed analysis by U.S. Department of Defense analyst Mark Silinsky. The Caliphate, once considered a minor...

Since the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, foreign fighters have journeyed to conflict zones in the Muslim world to defend Islam from perceived enemies. In "Road Warriors", Daniel Byman...

Under the Black Flag: An Exclusive Insight into the Inner Workings of ISIS By Sami Moubayed The Islamic State movement burst onto the world stage in 2014, expanding its ideology and membership while...

The Sahara: A Dream-Like Landscape A fascinating account of life in North Africa's most remote regions. Nicholas Jubber's journey to Timbuktu and beyond offers a unique insight into the ways of the...

The Minangkabau culture of West Sumatra, Indonesia, is known for its unique matrilineal system. In this book, Jeffrey Hadler explores how changing ideas of home and family in Minangkabau evolved from...

Azadeh Moaveni's memoir is a poignant exploration of identity and belonging. Born into an Iranian-American family in suburban America, she struggled to reconcile her dual heritage as she navigated...

On 11 September 2001, the lives of many people collided in tragedy. Richard Bernstein, a journalist for The New York Times, brings to life the story of that day, exploring the experiences of those...

This book examines how Palestinian female terrorists have influenced media coverage in the Arab, American and Israeli spheres. By analyzing media materials, it reveals how these women's narratives...

The Red-Green Axis: Refugees, Immigration and the Agenda to Erase America This book examines the trajectory of the refugee resettlement industry, tracing its roots to the United Nations' Human...

Contextualising Jihadi Thought by Jeevan Deol provides a unique framework for understanding global jihadism. This volume bridges existing disciplines to explore the ideologies, intellectual...

World Wide Warriors: How Jihadis Operate OnlineThis book offers a new approach to understanding Jihadism studies by examining the structure of Jihadi online communication and the dissemination of...

The Jihadi Civil War: A Global Conflict In February 2014, al-Qaida issued a statement that marked a significant turning point in the global Jihadi movement. The group's local affiliate, the Islamic...

Syria Through Jihadist Eyes A Perfect Enemy by Nibras Kazimi offers a unique perspective on the Syrian regime and its relationships with other countries in the region. Drawing from his field notes,...

The Dream in Islam: From Qur'anic Tradition to Jihadist Inspiration by Iain R. Edgar explores the role of dreams in everyday life within Islamic culture. This study delves into the practice of using...

Jihadi Culture on the World Wide Web by Gilbert Ramsay explores how "jihadi" content is consumed and constructed online. The author examines Arabic and English primary sources to understand the...

The Al Qaeda, the Islamic State, and the Global Jihadist Movement: What Everyone Needs to Know provides a concise overview of one of the most significant terrorist organizations of our time. Founded...

Jihadi John: The Making of a Terrorist by Robert Verkaik is a thought-provoking investigation into the radicalisation of our youth. In 2010, Robert Verkaik interviewed Mohammed Emwazi, an IT graduate...

Julie Chernov Hwang's Why Terrorists Quit explores the reasons behind the disengagement of hard-line terrorists from radical Islamist groups in Indonesia. Through over 100 interviews with current and...

Understanding the Enemy: A Study of Jihadist Ideology and the War on Terror This book provides a unique insight into the motivations behind terrorist attacks, exploring the ideology that drives...

Journey of the Jihadist Inside Muslim Militancy by Fawaz A. Gerges explores the complexities of religious extremism through the personal story of Kamal al-Said Habib, one of the founders and key...

Popular Muslim Reactions to the Franks in the Levant, 1097-1291This study examines the reactions of ordinary Muslims in the Levant to the arrival and presence of the Franks during the crusading...

The threat of terrorism in the West has never been greater. Thousands of young people from Europe have travelled to join ISIS, returning home with military training and international contacts that...

The Saudi Kingdom Between the Jihadi Hammer and the Iranian Anvil by Ali al Shihabi offers a candid analysis of Saudi Arabia's political instability in light of mounting domestic and international...