Islam and the Challenge of Democracy: A Boston Review Book

by Khaled Abou El Fadl

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The events of September 11 and the subsequent war on terrorism have provoked widespread discussion about the possibility of democracy in the Islamic world. Such topics as the meaning of jihad, the role of clerics as authoritative interpreters, and the place of human rights and toleration in Islam have become subjects of urgent public debate around the world. With few exceptions, however, this debate has proceeded in isolation from the vibrant traditions...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0691119384

ISBN13:9780691119380

Release Date:March 2004

Publisher:Princeton University Press

Length:144 Pages

Weight:0.48 lbs.

Dimensions:0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Related Subjects

Comparative Democracy Ideologies & Doctrines Islam Law Legal Theory & Systems Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences

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