Islamic fundamentalism is a growing political factor in world affairs. This work, based on the most recent scholarship, provides both explanatory essays and ready-reference components. An expert on Middle East history, Davidson explains the Islamic fundamentalist worldview and the actions and aims of those who adhere to it.
Following a historical overview of the Islamic fundamentalist movement and beliefs, individual essays examine the Society of the Muslim Brothers in Egypt, the movement led by the Ayatollah Khomeini in Iran, the Wahhabi brand of Islamic fundamentalism in Saudi Arabia, and Western perceptions of Islamic fundamentalism. The behavior of radical groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah is also considered. Biographical profiles of key Islamic fundamentalist leaders, a glossary of terms, and a selection of 10 primary documents―from the Quran to pronouncements by the Ayatollah Khomeini―explain the Islamic view and provide materials for discussion. This one-stop guide also includes a timeline, annotated bibliography, and a selection of photos that are ideal for student use.

Islamic Fundamentalism: (Greenwood Press Guides to Historic Events of the Twentieth Century)

History

Davidson, Lawrence

Middle East

Greenwood Press

Islam is one of the most rapidly growing religions in the world. Islamic fundamentalism is one of its most forceful manifestations―and one of its least understood. This lack of understanding, combined with recent terrorist attacks, often leads to fear of Islamic fundamentalism in the West. Davidson offers a clearer picture of Islamic fundamentalism by explaining its history, identifying its adherents throughout history, and analyzing what the fundamentalists believe and what they want.
A mixture of essays, biographical portraits, and primary documents provides an invaluable examination of this religious, cultural, and political phenomenon. This revision of the acclaimed first edition features fully updated information, as well as a new chapter examining the causes and effects of terrorism. A historical overview precedes essays on The Society of Muslim Brothers, the Iranian revolution and government, the Saudi government, Western perceptions of Islam, and issues of violence and terrorism. A section of biographies follows, including new portraits of Osama bin Laden and Iranian president Khatami. Primary documents include passages from the Quran and various reactions to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the United States. The volume concludes with an annotated bibliography of print, electronic, and video resources.

Islamic Fundamentalism: An Introduction (Greenwood Press Guides to Historic Events of the Twentieth Century)

World

Greenwood

The Catholic Congregation of Alexian Brothers was founded in Aachen, an ancient city in northwest Germany. Dating back to medieval times, the Alexians ministered to the diseased, the insane, the rejected poor, and the outsiders of Aachen. At a time when medicine was riddled with superstition and catered mainly to the powerful and the rich, the Alexians took in patients without regard for their status. Thus was born an organization whose concern for the poor and underprivileged can be equaled only, perhaps, by such an entity as the United Nations. Comprehensive, meticulously researched, and eminently readable, this is a compelling history of the Chicago Branch of the Catholic Congregation of Alexian Brothers. It describes the founding and historical development of the congregation's hospital in Chicago and details the lives of the brothers from 1866 to present.

The Alexian Brothers: An Evolutionary Look at the Monastery and Modern Health Care

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America's Palestine: Popular and Official Perceptions from Balfour to Israeli Statehood

"A first-class job of primary archival and media research on the origins of American involvement in Palestine, an area of major interest and importance to Zionists, Palestinians, and the United States."--Michael W. Suleiman, Kansas State University"Davidson develops an important thesis concerning the impact of perceptions on foreign policy, with reference to U.S. policy toward Palestine. . . . [His] emphasis on the pre-state period makes his study unique."--Ann M. Lesch, Villanova UniversityIn a revisionist look at the history of U.S. relations with Palestine, Lawrence Davidson offers a critical study of the evolution of American popular and governmental perceptions of Zionism and Palestine, from the Balfour Declaration of 1917 to the founding of Israel in 1948. Zionism, which sought to transform Palestine into a Jewish state, emphasized the biblical and religious connections of the West to Palestine. Davidson argues that this orientation predisposed the American people to see Zionism as a form of "altruistic" imperialism that would bring civilization to a backward part of the world. However, American Zionists met resistance from the State Department, particularly the Division of Near Eastern Affairs, whose neutral stance until 1945 was shaped by a fear of foreign entanglements. Exploring rising tensions on both sides, Davidson describes how the American Zionists overcame this resistance and outmaneuvered the State Department by using lobbying techniques and appeals to popular sentiment. Showing how a powerful and determined interest group turned the U.S. political system to its advantage and shaped foreign policy, America's Palestine is an important study of one of the 20th century's most controversial international stories.Lawrence Davidson, professor of history at West Chester University in Pennsylvania, is the author of Islamic Fundamentalism and of numerous articles on U.S. attitudes toward and relations with the Middle East.

University Press of Florida

"A first-class job of primary archival and media research on the origins of American involvement in Palestine, an area of major interest and importance to Zionists, Palestinians, and the United States."--Michael W. Suleiman, Kansas State University
"Davidson develops an important thesis concerning the impact of perceptions on foreign policy, with reference to U.S. policy toward Palestine. . . . [His] emphasis on the pre-state period makes his study unique."--Ann M. Lesch, Villanova University
 In a revisionist look at the history of U.S. relations with Palestine, Lawrence Davidson offers a critical study of the evolution of American popular and governmental perceptions of Zionism and Palestine, from the Balfour Declaration of 1917 to the founding of Israel in 1948. Zionism, which sought to transform Palestine into a Jewish state, emphasized the biblical and religious connections of the West to Palestine. Davidson argues that this orientation predisposed the American people to see Zionism as a form of "altruistic" imperialism that would bring civilization to a backward part of the world. However, American Zionists met resistance from the State Department, particularly the Division of Near Eastern Affairs, whose neutral stance until 1945 was shaped by a fear of foreign entanglements. Exploring rising tensions on both sides, Davidson describes how the American Zionists overcame this resistance and outmaneuvered the State Department by using lobbying techniques and appeals to popular sentiment. Showing how a powerful and determined interest group turned the U.S. political system to its advantage and shaped foreign policy, America's Palestine is an important study of one of the 20th century's most controversial international stories.
Lawrence Davidson, professor of history at West Chester University in Pennsylvania, is the author of Islamic Fundamentalism and of numerous articles on U.S. attitudes toward and relations with the Middle East.

The eighth edition of Arthur Goldschmidt's widely acclaimed text has been extensively revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. Written for undergraduate college students, the text assumes no prior knowledge of Middle Eastern history. It focuses on the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the course of the Arab-Israeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the aftermath of the Gulf War, and issues surrounding the Palestinian Question. The eighth edition brings new discussion to the post-9/11 political developments and surveys terrorism in the Middle East, the Iraq War, and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

A Concise History of the Middle East

Goldschmidt Jr., Arthur

Westview Press

The ninth edition of this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. and Lawrence Davidson has been extensively revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. It focuses on the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the course of the Arab-Israeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the issues surrounding the Palestinian Question, and the roles of Iraq and Iran in the post-9/11 Middle East. Nine maps newly commissioned for the ninth edition highlight key aspects of Middle East history. Two popular study aids, the chronology and the glossary, have been extensively revised, and the superlative bibliographic essay, an essential guide to further reading, has been thoroughly rewritten to reflect current scholarship.

A Concise History of the Middle East: Ninth Edition

Africa

The tenth edition of this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. and Lawrence Davidson has been revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. It focuses on the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the course of the ArabIsraeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the issues surrounding the Palestinian Question, and the roles of Iraq and Iran in the post-9/11 Middle East. The tenth edition includes a new chapter, In the Season of Arab Discontent,” that outlines the achievements and problems created by the recent Arab uprisings. In addition, earlier chapters have been streamlined for more accessible reading, and two popular study aids, the chronology and the glossary, have been revised. Resources for instructors are available online atwestviewpress.com, including an updated bibliographic essay and test questions.

Goldschmidt, Arthur

Concise History Of The Middle East

This review of the evolution of Islamic fundamentalism and Western-Muslim relations―from the events of September 11, 2001, to the present day―offers insight into the movement's historical roots and growing contemporary influence.• Compares fundamentalism in Iran and Saudi Arabia• Features short biographies of prominent Islamists• Considers provocative issues such as Islam and democracy, and women's role in Muslim society

Islamic Fundamentalism: An Introduction (Praeger Security International)

Praeger

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Islamic Fundamentalism: (Greenwood Press Guides to Historic Events of the Twentieth Century)

Islamic Fundamentalism: An Introduction (Greenwood Press Guides to Historic Events of the Twentieth Century)

The Alexian Brothers: An Evolutionary Look at the Monastery and Modern Health Care

America's Palestine: Popular and Official Perceptions from Balfour to Israeli Statehood

America's Palestine: Popular and Official Perceptions from Balfour to Israeli Statehood

A Concise History of the Middle East

A Concise History of the Middle East: Ninth Edition

A Concise History of the Middle East

Concise History Of The Middle East

Islamic Fundamentalism: An Introduction (Praeger Security International)