The Future of Islam in the Middle East: Fundamentalism in Egypt, Algeria, and Saudi Arabia
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
The Future of Islam in the Middle East: Fundamentalism in Egypt, Algeria, and Saudi Arabia
By (Author) Mahmud A. Faksh
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Praeger Publishers Inc
28th January 1997
United States
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
Islam
Political structure and processes
297.090956
Physical Properties
Hardback
152
Description
A study that assesses comparatively the future of Islamic fundamentalism in three key countries: Egypt, Algeria and Saudi Arabia. Islamism has witnessed an upsurge, and new-found zealotry and stridency in the post-Gulf War period, but its real fortunes have fallen far short of expectations, according to Mahmud Faksh. Indeed, as outlined in this work, it is now being stymied on many fronts. The book focuses on the limits of Islamic fundamentalism as a system of thought, as well as a force for changing the established order. It also shows that the threat of an Islamic avalanche - despite assorted high-profile, militant activities - is overstated, unrealistic, and lacking in credibility.
Reviews
.,."provides a good example of why theoretical engagement is necessary for accurate inquiry is area studies research."-International Journal of Middle East Studies
...provides a good example of why theoretical engagement is necessary for accurate inquiry is area studies research.-International Journal of Middle East Studies
A scholarly and very readable book for all seeking to better understand the conflicts, challenges, and attraction of present-day Islamism-Islamic fundamentalism. Highly recommended.-Choice
..."provides a good example of why theoretical engagement is necessary for accurate inquiry is area studies research."-International Journal of Middle East Studies
"A scholarly and very readable book for all seeking to better understand the conflicts, challenges, and attraction of present-day Islamism-Islamic fundamentalism. Highly recommended."-Choice
Author Bio
MAHMUD A. FAKSH is Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Southern Maine, he has also served as Visiting Professor of Political Science at Duke University. His articles have appeared in Orbis, International Journal, Middle East Policy and Third World Quarterly among others.
