This book is an account of the emergence and key events related to the origin and expansion of Pakistani Taliban since 2001; with a focus on the role of religion in their actions; policies; and worldviews. The author brings to light rare insight into the ideological basis of Pakistani Taliban; drawing upon first-hand research comprising participant observation; interviews; content analysis of organizational literature; and Talibani communications; such as recruitment videos; recorded speeches; leaflets and pamphlets; jihadi anthems; and press releases to the local media. The book demonstrates how religion simultaneously appears as an object to be defended; as a threat; as the purpose of violence; as the source of rules and limitations on violent action; and as the source of motivational imagery and myths. Going into an analysis of just what role religion plays in violent activities of this group; and how does it do so; the author shows that Talibani narratives are both secular and religious at the same time; contradicting a clear-cut divide between religious and secular motivations for violence. The book advocates against extreme positions that accord religion either a primary or a negligent position in explaining the raison d'être of Pakistani Taliban. It makes a plea for more informed and empathetic approach instead of the purely militaristic stance towards extremism; which has only helped it grow in the past.
#370595 in Books Ward Jason Morgan 2016-05-02Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 6.50 x 1.00 x 9.40l; .0 #File Name: 0199376565344 pagesHanging Bridge Racial Violence and America s Civil Rights Century
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A "Don't Miss" work!By charles d bennettSo well written! Fascinating "story" that will have you thinking about race and history in new ways. You'll also be re-doing the math on how long ago the Civil War; slavery emancipation; the end of Jim Crow and the Voting Rights Act really were. If you're like me; you'll realize that it all was only yesterday. A powerful read that no one should miss; and a fascinating read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. America: Land of the lynch lawBy jeffery b. howellThis book is appalling. Appalling because it clearly demonstrates the oppression and lawlessness that African Americans had to face in Jim Crow Mississippi. Admission: JM Ward was on my PhD committee; but that does nothing to affect my admiration for this book. This is a gut wrenching book about white supremacy and the violence and subterfuge to maintain it; black perseverance and heroism; and the continuing problem of racism. You want to know what life in the Jim Crow era was like; then read this book!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A very thorough look at a sad episode in Clarke County MS historyBy CustomerA very thorough look at a sad episode in Clarke County MS history. This look into the minds; hearts and methods of some evil and trecherous human beings should be a wakeup call to all who believe in justice and human dignity. Evil thought and deed still lives in Clarke County and in so many other counties; states and nations. Good people can never rest or slow their fight to eliminate this hatred from the world. Mr. Ward's book is a call to action for those who believe that vision of our Constitution means more than printed words.
