The Rise of Global Islamophobia in the War on Terror: Coloniality, Race, and Islam

The 'War on Terror' has led to a global Islamophobic narrative, influenced by local economies, power structures, and histories. This edited international volume examines the connections between interpersonal and institutional anti-Muslim racism and highlights activism and resistance confronting Islamophobia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2022
Publisher: Manchester University Press

The 'War on Terror' has ushered in a new era of anti-Muslim bias and racism, known as anti-Muslim racism or Islamophobia. This form of racism is influenced by various factors such as local economies, power structures, and histories. However, the War on Terror, an undefined conflict with a homogenized Muslim 'Other' portrayed as a perpetual enemy, has contributed to a global Islamophobic narrative. This edited international volume explores the connections between interpersonal and institutional anti-Muslim racism that have fueled the growth and emboldening of nativist and populist protest movements worldwide. It provides a comprehensive mapping of categories of Islamophobia, shedding light on how localized histories, conflicts, and contemporary geopolitical realities have shaped the manifestations of Islamophobia across the global North and South.

Furthermore, the volume seeks to highlight the activism and resistance against Islamophobia. It emphasizes the importance of challenging and dismantling discriminatory policies, attitudes, and behaviors that perpetuate Islamophobia. By examining the multifaceted nature of anti-Muslim racism and its global impact, this book offers valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for equality, justice, and inclusivity for Muslims worldwide.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526161758