The Shia Revival: How Conflicts within Islam Will Shape the Future (Unabridged)
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Publisher Description
Profiled on the front page of the Wall Street Journal, Iranian-born scholar Vali Nasr has become one of America's leading commentators on current events in the Middle East, admired and welcomed by both media and government for his "concise and coherent" analysis (Wall Street Journal). In this "smart, clear and timely" book (Washington Post), Nasr brilliantly dissects the political and theological antagonisms within Islam. He provides a unique and objective understanding of the 1,400-year bitter struggle between Shias and Sunnis, and sheds crucial light on its modern-day consequences—from the nuclear posturing of Iran's President Ahmadinejad to the recent U.S.-enabled shift toward Shia power in Iraq and Hezbollah's continued dominance in Lebanon.
Customer Reviews
Incredibly indepth and thorough analysis on a millennia old topic
Vali Nasr has not only dissected a millennia old issue with ease but also at the same time has done so in easy to understand terms and has used a comprehensive timeline. He goes into historical, theological and historical arguments that gives the reader a concrete idea as to the origins, persecution, tragedy, and aspirations of the Shia people in all parts of the middle east. For those who want a in-depth analysis or for those who just want clarification "The Shia Revival" allows readers to obtain the knowledge to better inform themselves on this topic that is crucial to Middle East as well as Global Politics. Trust me READ IT!!!!!!!!!!!