Robert Spencer is een vooraanstaand auteur die zich richt op de Islam en de ideologische invloeden ervan. Zijn uitgebreide werk, geworteld in een diepgaande studie van de islamitische theologie en geschiedenis, duikt in de aard van de jihad en de implicaties ervan voor de vrijheid van meningsuiting. Spencer's schrijven, vaak provocerend en kritisch, heeft tot doel de gevaren van radicale interpretaties van de Islam bloot te leggen en te analyseren. Zijn werken worden in tal van talen vertaald en roepen zowel erkenning als scherpe kritiek op.
Exploring the life and legacy of Muhammad, this book delves into historical accounts and interpretations to uncover the complexities surrounding his persona. It examines the cultural, social, and religious contexts of 7th-century Arabia, offering insights into his teachings and the impact on subsequent Islamic thought. By analyzing various sources, the work aims to distinguish between myth and reality, providing a nuanced understanding of one of history's most influential figures.
The book explores the pivotal role of the Byzantine Empire in shaping Western civilization, arguing that its influence was crucial to the development of modern society. It delves into the political, cultural, and religious aspects of the empire, illustrating how its legacy laid the groundwork for contemporary Europe. Through detailed analysis, the author highlights key events and figures that contributed to this enduring impact, emphasizing the interconnectedness of history and the importance of understanding the Byzantine Empire's contributions.
Focusing on the intricacies of human experiences, this collection of poems delves into the lives, emotions, and stories of various individuals. Each piece captures the essence of personal connections and the diverse tapestry of relationships, inviting readers to reflect on their own interactions and feelings. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, the poems celebrate the beauty and complexity of humanity.
Fictions of the State under Neoliberalism
Exploring the portrayal of dictatorships in African fiction, this book delves into the roots of postcolonial authoritarianism and the quest for democratic alternatives. It contextualizes the 'neoliberal' era post-1970s as a phase of recolonization driven by Western powers and financial institutions. By analyzing works from notable authors like Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, it highlights the tension between concentrated political power and the enduring aspiration for democracy, reflecting the ongoing struggle against colonial legacies.
Best-selling author Robert Spencer compares Islam with Christianity and shows that, far from being "sister religions" with similar core doctrines and morals, they're actually separated by "a great chasm" of belief and practice. A much-needed rejoinder to those who dream of an easy alliance between the two faiths.
Every negotiated settlement between the State of Israel and its Palestinian adversaries has failed to establish a stable and lasting peace. This is the history of what was attempted, why those failures were inevitable, and what must be done instead. číst celé
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The comprehensive history of the role of war and terror in the spread of Islam. It is taken for granted, even among many Washington policymakers, that Islam is a fundamentally peaceful religion and that Islamic jihad terrorism is something relatively new, a product of the economic and political ferment of the twentieth century. But in The History of Jihad: From Muhammad to ISIS, Islamic scholar Robert Spencer proves definitively that Islamic terror is as old as Islam itself, as old as Muhammad, the prophet of Islam, who said "I have been made victorious through terror." Spencer briskly traces the 1,400-year war of Islamic jihadis against the rest of the world, detailing the jihad against Europe, including the 700-year struggle to conquer Constantinople; the jihad in Spain, where non-Muslims fought for another 700 years to get the jihadi invaders out of the country; and the jihad against India, where Muslim warriors and conquerors wrought unparalleled and unfathomable devastation in the name of their religion. Told in great part in the words of contemporary chroniclers themselves, both Muslim and non-Muslim, The History of Jihad shows that jihad warfare has been a constant of Islam from its very beginnings, and present-day jihad terrorism proceeds along exactly the same ideological and theological foundations as did the great Islamic warrior states and jihad commanders of the past. The History of Jihad: From Muhammad to ISIS is the first one-volume history of jihad in the English language, and the first book to tell the whole truth about Islam's bloody history in an age when Islamic jihadis are more assertive in Western countries than they have been for centuries. This book is indispensable to understanding the geopolitical situation of the twenty-first century, and ultimately to formulating strategies to reform Islam and defeat radical terror
