The Islamist - Why I Became an Islamic Fundamentalist, What I Saw Inside, and Why I Left (Paperback)

The true story of one man's journey to Islamic fundamentalism and back
Raised in a devout but quiet Muslim community in London, at sixteen Ed Husain was presented with an intriguing political interpretation of Islam known as fundamentalism. Lured by these ideas, he committed his life to them. Five years later, he rejected extremism and tried to return to a normal life. But soon he realized that Islamic fundamentalists pose a threat that most people-Muslim and non- Muslim alike-simply don't understand.
Based on first-hand experiences and written with pervasive clarity, "The Islamist" delivers a rare inside glimpse of the devious methods used to recruit new members, and offers profound insight into the appeal fundamentalism has for young Muslims in the Western world.

General

Imprint:	Penguin USA
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2009
First published:	April 2009
Authors:	Ed Husain
Dimensions:	195 x 132 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	300
ISBN-13:	978-0-14-311598-4
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Islamic studies Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political activism > Terrorism, freedom fighters, armed struggle > General Books > Biography > General Promotions
LSN:	0-14-311598-7
Barcode:	9780143115984

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