Master narratives of Islamist extremism
"Extraordinary in breadth, rich in historical depth and far-reaching in its implications, an authoritative text on the ideological master-narratives of extremists has finally arrived. This outstanding book offers essential reading for all those involved in crafting strategic policy aimed at com...
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Literature type: | Book |
Language: | English |
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https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-0-230-11723-5 |
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"Extraordinary in breadth, rich in historical depth and far-reaching in its implications, an authoritative text on the ideological master-narratives of extremists has finally arrived. This outstanding book offers essential reading for all those involved in crafting strategic policy aimed at combating extremist narratives." - John Horgan, Director, International Center for the Study of Terrorism, Penn State University. |
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Electronic book text. Epublication based on: 9780230108967, 2011. |
Carrier Form: | 254 p. |
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9780230108967 9780230117235 : 0230117236 : |
CLC: | B968 |
Contents: | What is a Master Narrative? * The Pharaoh * The Jahiliyyah * The Battle of Badr * The Hypocrites * The Battle of Khaybar * The Battle of Karbala * The Mahdi * The Infidel Invaders * Shaytan's Handiwork * 1924 * The Nakba * 72 Virgins * Conclusion: Strategic Communication. |