"An Introduction to Islam in the 21st Century" engages readers in an investigation of Islam that examines its lived reality, its global presence and its varied beliefs and practices. It is consciously global in perspective, and seeks to capture the diversity of Islam as it manifests in different regions ... » read more

In The Rise and Fall of Al-Qaeda, Fawaz A. Gerges, a leading authority on radical ideologies and Muslim extremism, argues that the Western powers have become mired in a "terrorism narrative" stemming from the mistaken belief that America is in danger of a devastating attack by a crippled ... » read more

With the tragic rise of extremism and global racism around the world today, the sociopolitical philosophy of "Islamic Pacifism" is a humanitarian ethical platform rooted within the general concepts of nonviolence and basic Muslim ethical teachings of mercy and compassion towards all of humanity. ... » read more

The issues and interventions discussed in this book, by authoritative contributors, are diverse and multifaceted. Topics that have been ignored in previous literature are introduced, such as sex therapy, substance abuse counseling, university counseling, and community-based prevention. ... » read more

This collection spanning a half century of writing gives a front row seat to a world in turmoil—from the forbidding valleys and mountains of Waziristan in the tribal areas of Pakistan to the think tanks and halls of power in Washington, DC. And through it all, they carry the message of hope and compassion. ... » read more