Holy Wars (Routledge Revivals)

To some, Islamic fundamentalism means the restoration of a true religion. To others, it is a politics that stands apart from capitalism and socialism. To many Westerners, it has come to constitute a threat to established order and international security. 'Holy Wars' comprises a non-partisan narrative that takes account of both the socio-cultural values expressed in fundamentalism, and its political consequences. Dilip Hiro's starting point is that fundamentalist forces have been active within Islam since the death of the Prophet Muhammad. He presents the two major sects, Sunnis and Shias, in this light.

• | Author: Dilip Hiro
• | Publisher: Routledge
• | Publication Date: Sep 01, 2014
• | Number of Pages: 354 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 0415835011
• | ISBN-13: 9780415835015