Routledge Handbook of Political Islam

The Handbook of Political Islam provides an overview of political actors who use Islam to advance their cause, covering different tactics and methods across regions. It explores theoretical foundations, historical background, geographical spread, political strategies, terrorism, attitudes towards democracy, relations between Muslims and the West, and challenges of integration, offering valuable insights for students and researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 456 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This second edition of the Handbook
Handbook of Political Islam delves into the diverse range of political actors who employ Islam as a tool to further their causes. While these actors share a common goal of establishing an Islamic-based political system, their approaches and strategies vary greatly. This volume seeks to capture this multifaceted diversity, shedding light on lesser-known experiences from South East Asia to North Africa.

Drawing upon the expertise of esteemed scholars from around the globe, the chapters in this handbook. Handbook of Political Islam explore the central themes surrounding political Islam across the globe, including:

Theoretical Foundations of Political Islam: Examining the philosophical underpinnings of political Islam and its relationship to Islamic principles.

Historical Background: Providing a historical overview of the emergence and development of political Islam, including its historical roots and influences.

Geographical Spread of Islamist Movements: Analyzing the geographical spread of Islamist movements and their impact on different regions of the world.

Political Strategies Adopted by Islamist Groups: Analyzing the political strategies adopted by Islamist groups and their effectiveness in achieving their goals.

Terrorism: Exploring the role of terrorism in the context of political Islam, including its motivations, tactics, and consequences.

Attitudes Towards Democracy: Examining the attitudes of Islamist groups towards democracy and their views on the role of Islam in governance.

Relations Between Muslims and the West in the International Arena: Analyzing the complex relations between Muslims and the West, including issues of mutual understanding, cooperation, and conflict.

Challenges of Integration: Discussing the challenges faced by Islamist groups in integrating into mainstream political systems and societies.

Gender Relations: Examining the role of gender in Islamist movements and their impact on women's rights and social structures.

By comprehensively covering the geographical spread of Islamism and the myriad manifestations of this political phenomenon, this Handbook of Political Islam serves as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in political Islam, Muslim affairs, and the Middle East.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367680992
Edition number: 2 ed