Unholy War: Terror in the Name of Islam

Unholy War: Terror in the Name of Islam by John L Esposito. Published by Oxford University Press, New York, NY, 2002. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardbound. Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Good DJ. 'Discard' stamped inside front cover. 196 Pgs. ISBN 0195154355. LCCN 2001058009. Who are Muslin extremists? Why do they hate us? What do they hope to achieve? In this book, the author, one of the world's most respected scholars of political Islam, provides answers to these and many other questions that have arisen in the wake of their attacks. He clearly and carefully explains the teachings of Islam, the Quran, the example of the Prophet, Ilsamic law, jihad or holy war, the use of violence, and terrorism. Only by understanding and addressing the issues that breed hatred and radicalism, can we defuse the conflicts that will otherwise continue to confront future generations. Description text copyright 2011 www.BooksForComfort.net. Item ID 25008.