Global Jihad: A Brief History by Glenn E. Robinson (English) Hardcover Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Global Jihad by Glenn E. Robinson Most violent jihadi movements in the twentieth century focused on removing corrupt, repressive secular regimes throughout the Muslim world. But following the 1979 Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, a new form of jihadism emerged-global jihad-turning to the international arena as the primary locus of ideology and action. With this book, Glenn E. Robinson develops a compelling and provocative argument about this violent political movements evolution.Global Jihad tells the story of four distinct jihadi waves, each with its own program for achieving a global end: whether a Jihadi International to liberate Muslim lands from foreign occupation; al-Qaidas call to drive the United States out of the Muslim world; ISIS using "jihadi cool" to recruit followers; or leaderless efforts of stochastic terror to "keep the dream alive." Robinson connects the rise of global jihad to other "movements of rage" such as the Nazi Brownshirts, White supremacists, Khmer Rouge, and Boko Haram. Ultimately, he shows that while global jihad has posed a low strategic threat, it has instigated an outsized reaction from the United States and other Western nations. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Glenn E. Robinson is on the faculty at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, and is affiliated with the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. He has served as an expert advisor to USAID and the US Department of Defense. Table of Contents Introduction: The Birth of Islamism and Jihadism1. The Jihadi International, 1979-19902. America First! 1996-20113. Caliphate Now! 2003-20174. Personal Jihad, 2001-2020 . . . And BeyondConclusion: Movements of RageEpilogue: Who Won? Review "Glenn Robinson makes a signal contribution to our understanding of the history and the essence of global jihad. This concise book delivers much more than its modest title promises, and renders comprehensible the causes of global jihad since the 1980s."—Robert Springborg, Naval Postgraduate School"Glenn Robinson has produced a masterful book that is incisive, insightful, and comprehensive—a tour de force on the evolution of jihadism. For anyone interested in better understanding the contemporary politics of the Middle East and Islam, Global Jihad is essential reading."—Mehran Kamrava, author of Inside the Arab State"Glenn Robinson brilliantly dissects the religious ideology underpinning jihadist movements, as well as the social factors that draw young Muslims to them. With Global Jihad, he outlines what attracts young people to the nihilistic violence of movements of rage, all framed in a story bigger than themselves."—Joel S. Migdal, University of Washington"If you have been searching for an accessible introduction to jihadism, look no further. In Global Jihad: A Brief History, Glenn Robinson masterfully summarizes five decades of jihadi history with the insight and accuracy that only a veteran scholar with deep area knowledge can provide. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to understand 9/11, ISIS, and the future of militant Islamism."—Thomas Hegghammer, author of The Caravan: Abdallah Azzam and the Rise of Global Jihad"Global Jihad is provocative, informative, and beautifully written. Robinson provides a superb analysis of global jihads leadership, violence, goals, and support from the 1980s to 2020. An essential guide for policymakers, soldiers, diplomats, and anyone seeking to understand and deal with radical and extremist Islam."—Jack A. Goldstone, George Mason University"Robinson provides a synthetic and remarkably comprehensive account of the evolution of political jihad since it came to global prominence in the 1980s. He sketches four waves of jihadi activity: the international call to expel the Soviets from Afghanistan during the 1980s, the anti-American focus of Osama bin Laden and al Qaeda, the rejection by the so-called Islamic State (or isis) of the international system, and the proliferation of "lone wolf" actions fueled by radicalization on the Internet. Robinson provides both an accessible history and a provocative analysis of one of the most important political movements in the world over the last half century."—Foreign Affairs"Robinsons narrative is clear and concise, and it is not overburdened by unnecessary bibliography. His book is a real contribution to scholarship and public discourse; ideally, it should be read both inside and outside of academia."—Ilan Fuchs, The Edge"This work will be most helpful for those wishing to understand the differences between major Islamist terror groups and why they focus on different targets...Recommended."—C. J. Wright, CHOICE"Global Jihad is a great read and a tremendous resource that experts, generalists, and students will all find valuable. It deserves to be a landmark text in the fields of terrorism studies, global conflict, and religious studies."—Joseph Stieb, H-War Long Description Most violent jihadi movements in the twentieth century focused on removing corrupt, repressive secular regimes throughout the Muslim world. But following the 1979 Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, a new form of jihadism emerged--global jihad--turning to the international arena as the primary locus of ideology and action. With this book, Glenn E. Robinson develops a compelling and provocative argument about this violent political movements evolution. Global Jihad tells the story of four distinct jihadi waves, each with its own program for achieving a global end: whether a Jihadi International to liberate Muslim lands from foreign occupation; al-Qaidas call to drive the United States out of the Muslim world; ISIS using "jihadi cool" to recruit followers; or leaderless efforts of stochastic terror to "keep the dream alive." Robinson connects the rise of global jihad to other "movements of rage" such as the Nazi Brownshirts, White supremacists, Khmer Rouge, and Boko Haram. Ultimately, he shows that while global jihad has posed a low strategic threat, it has instigated an outsized reaction from the United States and other Western nations. Review Quote "Glenn Robinson has produced a masterful book that is incisive, insightful, and comprehensive--a tour de force on the evolution of jihadism. For anyone interested in better understanding the contemporary politics of the Middle East and Islam, Global Jihad is essential reading." Details ISBN0804760462 Author Glenn E. Robinson Publisher Stanford University Press Year 2020 ISBN-10 0804760462 ISBN-13 9780804760461 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2020-11-10 Imprint Stanford University Press Subtitle A Brief History Place of Publication Palo Alto Country of Publication United States Short Title Global Jihad Language English DEWEY 303.6088297 UK Release Date 2020-11-10 Pages 264 AU Release Date 2020-11-10 NZ Release Date 2020-11-10 US Release Date 2020-11-10 Alternative 9780804760478 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! 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