Rage: The Vicious Circle of Islamist and Far-Right Extremism

The rise of Islamist radicalization and far-right extremism in the early twenty-first century has led to a reciprocal radicalization, where far-right and Islamist extremists have penetrated each other's echo chambers, resulting in a spiraling torrent of hatred. This book explores the interaction between these two extremes and considers the consequences for the global terror threat.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The early twenty-first century has witnessed a notable surge in Islamist radicalization, accompanied by a concurrent rise in far-right extremism. This book delves into the intricate interplay between these two extremist movements, exploring their interactions and assessing their implications for the global terror threat. Julia Ebner contends that the narratives propagated by far-right and Islamist extremists, such as the notion that the West is engaged in a war with Islam and Muslims are at war with the West, complement each other seamlessly, fostering a mutually reinforcing cycle of hatred. Through a comprehensive examination of extremist movements both online and offline, Ebner demonstrates how these extremists have successfully infiltrated each other's echo chambers, driven by their shared messages of hostility.

Based on extensive firsthand interviews, this book offers a captivating insight into the realm of reciprocal radicalization, shedding light on the hotbeds of extremism that have emerged in the UK, Europe, and the US. With a new foreword, this revised edition delves into recent events and highlights how the phenomenon of reciprocal radicalization has become more pronounced and, unfortunately, more dangerous. It serves as a timely reminder of the urgent need for concerted efforts to counter these extremist ideologies and prevent their further spread.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780755617272