ISBN: 9781842771662

Preface 1. Introduction 2. The nature of Afghanistan 3. The Mujahidin 4. The warriors of God 5. The Taliban creed 6. The Afghan Islamic tradition 8. The gender policies of the Taliban 9. … Plus…

Preface 1. Introduction 2. The nature of Afghanistan 3. The Mujahidin 4. The warriors of God 5. The Taliban creed 6. The Afghan Islamic tradition 8. The gender policies of the Taliban 9. The Nile on eBay   The Taliban by Peter Marsden This book explores what the Taliban stand for and the factors leading to their rapid rise to dominance over Afghanistan. FORMATHardcover CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description In the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, US allegations that Osama bin Laden's network was responsible, and the subsequent military attacks on Afghanistan, the Taliban have become the focal point of the West's difficult relations with the Islamic world. This work aims to provide an understanding of what has been happening inside the country, the nature of radical Islamic movements, and the very difficult questions which war cannot answer. The book has been fully revised in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, including a new chapter on Osama Bin Laden. Author Biography Peter Marsden is a Middle East specialist and has provided information to aid agencies, donor governments, the media and academics on the political, economic and humanitarian context in the country. Table of Contents * Preface*1. Introduction*2. The nature of Afghanistan*3. The Mujahidin*4. The warriors of God*5. The Taliban creed*6. Earlier Islamic movements*7. The Afghan Islamic tradition*8. The gender policies of the Taliban*9. The dialogue with the humanitarian agencies*10. The Taliban and the international community 11. The Taliban and Pakistan*12. The Taliban and the wider region*13. Osama bin Laden*14. Conclusion Review 'Provides Western policy makers with a less sensationalised and more objective account of the Taliban and how best to deal with them.' Ghayasuddin Siddiqui, Director of The Muslim Institute, London 'Deserves attention as a first study of an Islamic phenomenon which is repressive in its social and racial policies, and as hostile to Western, as it is to Communist, values.' Hugh Carless, former British Ambassador to Afghanistan 'Particularly good on the equivocal role played by the Americans.' The Sunday Telegraph 'An objective and immensely informative account... Highly recommended.' Jonathan Fryer, The Liberator Long Description In the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, US allegations that Osama bin Laden's network was responsible, and the subsequent military attacks on Afghanistan, the Taliban have become the focal point of the West's difficult relations with the Islamic world. This book helps us understand what has been happening inside the country, the nature of radical Islamic movements, and the very difficult questions ahead which war cannot answer.The Taliban are a manifestation of the growth of radical Islam worldwide. This book explores what they stand for and the factors leading to their rapid rise to military and political dominance over Afghanistan. It considers the influences on their ideology and describes the continuing war. Review Quote 'This informative and readable guide to the labyrinth of contemporary Afghanistan is useful for both general readers and academics alike.' - Library Journal'Provides Western policy makers with a less sensationalised and more objective account of the Taliban and how best to deal with them.' - Dr Ghayasuddin Siddiqui, Director, The Muslim Institute, London in Impact International'An in-depth and comprehensive study.' - The Middle East'Deserves attention as a first study of an Islamic phenomenon which is repressive in its social and racial policies, and as hostile to Western, as it is to Communist, values.' - Hugh Carless, former British Ambassador, The Guardian'Particularly good on the equivocal role played by the Americans.' - The Sunday Telegraph'An objective and immensely informative account.... Highly recommended.' - Jonathan Fryer, The Liberator Details ISBN1842771663 Author Peter Marsden Pages 176 Series Politics in Contemporary Asia (Hardcover) Year 2001 Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1842771663 ISBN-13 9781842771662 Format Hardcover Imprint Zed Books Ltd Subtitle War and Religion in Afghanistan Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9781856495219 DEWEY 320.5509581 Illustrations map, bibliography, index Birth 1945 Sept. 22 Media Book DOI 10.1604/9781842771662 UK Release Date 2001-11-30 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2001-11-30 AU Release Date 2001-11-30 NZ Release Date 2001-11-30 We've got thisAt 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! 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