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"Analyzes the mechanisms for the mobilization of children by terrorist organizations, contrasts children in terrorist movements with child soldiers, and discusses what strategies might be helpful for demobilizing and re-integrating these children back into society"--.

"Almost immediately after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the hunt began for the people behind them. Attention quickly moved to a . . . figure who provided guidance, money, and inspiration. Special Forces and the CIA were tasked with tracking and capturing Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Inside, read about the years-long investigation and the . . . raid that brought this criminal to justice"--Provided by publisher.

"With the promise of glorious holy war and a wife, more than 20,000 foreign fighters flowed into Iraq and Syria, leaving the Islamic State hard-pressed to provide enough wives for the fighters. With the number of foreign women estimated at a few hundred, ISIS has turned to draconian measures like slavery, temporary marriages, and even child brides. Women captives of the group who managed to escape tell tales of terror and abuse despite the glowing promises of those who recruit women for the so-called Islamic State. This book explores the dangers for women and girls caught in the path of ISIS and how they're used by the group as both rewards for fighters and as warriors in their own right"--Amazon.

Journalist and political advocate Tarek Fatah explores the divide between Muslims and Jews, drawing on research to discuss the roots of the conflict and addressing passages in the Quran which can be viewed as anti-Semitic.

A collection of essays in which leading authorities examine the legal and cultural oppression of non-Muslims in Islamic societies.

Everything looks different once you have seen "Death to" before your name -- Creativity versus the dark corner: tales from the Muslim culture wars -- Karachi open mic: guardians of cultural space -- The Imam's liberated daughter and other stories: women battling beyond stereotypes --To speak out and die: journalists writing for their lives -- Growing roses in the triangle of death -- Reading Spinoza in Tehran --The Ramadan basketball tournament -- Why I hate Al Qaeda: surviving and challenging fundamentalist terrorism -- Sidi Bouzid blues and the Green Wave: journeys through the Arab Spring and Fall -- The people of Al Qaedastan: voices from northern Mali -- A baby cries at Qalandia Checkpoint: opposing injustice in the struggle against Muslim fundamentalism -- Raise your voice while singing is still possible.

Discusses how Islamic fundamentalist movements have affected the politics and culture of a number of countries around the world; includes information about the history and development of Islam.