{"product_id":"can-muslims-think-race-islam-and-the-end-of-europe-9781538165072","title":"Can Muslims Think?: Race, Islam, and the End of Europe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIslamophobia is a response to Europe's anxiety about its place in the world and its relationship with the Muslim subject. It is a symptom of deep contemporary transformations in (racist) power,knowledge, and governance, propelled by technologies and economies of seemingly endless wars on\/of terror. This book presents a speculative theory of the (post)racial subject of Islamophobia and an attempt to build an adequate vocabulary for analyzing the complexities of racism today, its potential futurity, and (Muslim) techniques for its dismantling. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 384 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Europe grapples with profound internal and external conflicts, torn between its identity and its place in the world, it remains uncertain about how to approach and understand the complex issue of race. The Muslim subject, as the most intense manifestation of this anxiety, becomes a focal point for exploration. Islamophobia, far from being a mere manifestation of racism inherent in European modernity, emerges as a symptom of profound transformations in power, knowledge, and governance driven by the technologies and economies of endless wars on\/of terror. The Muslim, simultaneously perceived as a terrifying object and dehumanized subject of race, is held responsible for addressing Europe's existential fear of relegation. However, the question remains: who or what is the Muslim? How can the Muslim speak about the world, its past, and the ongoing terror(s)? What questions must be answered, and which answers are deemed acceptable?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn response to these inquiries, this book presents a speculative theory of the (post)racial subject of Islamophobia. It aims to develop a comprehensive vocabulary for analyzing the intricacies of racism in the present and its potential future, while also exploring (Muslim) techniques for dismantling it. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the book delves into the historical, social, cultural, and political dimensions of Islamophobia, shedding light on the ways in which it is perpetuated and challenged. It examines the role of media, education, politics, and popular culture in shaping perceptions and attitudes towards Muslims, and explores the ways in which Muslims themselves have responded to these challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book also offers a critical analysis of the dominant narratives surrounding Islamophobia, challenging the assumptions and stereotypes that perpetuate it. It highlights the ways in which Islamophobia is used to justify discriminatory policies and practices, as well as to undermine Muslim communities and their rights. By exposing the falsehoods and distortions underpinning Islamophobia, the book seeks to promote a more nuanced and empathetic understanding of Muslims and their experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the book proposes strategies for countering Islamophobia, including promoting interfaith dialogue, challenging hate speech and discrimination, and advocating for policies that promote diversity and inclusivity. It recognizes that dismantling Islamophobia requires a collective effort, involving individuals, communities, and institutions from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, Islamophobia represents a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that requires a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach. By exploring the origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 739g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 226 x 163 x 34 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781538165072\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muneeb Hafiz","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102213042426,"sku":"9781538165072","price":104.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1660324957239_book.jpg?v=1660559155","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/can-muslims-think-race-islam-and-the-end-of-europe-9781538165072","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}