Resurgent Islam A Sociological Approach

by Sutton, Philip W.; Vertigans, Stephen

• ISBN13: 9780745632339
• ISBN10: 0745632335
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-11-11
• Publisher: Polity

Summary

The contemporary resurgence of Islam in all of its varied manifestations demands the attention of social scientists. This ground-breaking book provides a unique insight into resurgent Islam from the standpoint of sociology. Clearly written, and jargon free, the book aims to create a more comprehensive and balanced understanding of recent Islamic resurgence. Amongst the many themes explored, the book brings together in a single theoretical framework debates on the diversity of Islam, moderate and radical forms of Islamic belief, secularisation, the role of education and socialisation, the impact of globalization processes, and 'Islamic terrorism' and its causes Resurgent Islam provides a genuinely refreshing sociological alternative to the many politically loaded arguments on 'Islam and the West'. As such, it encourages deeper reflection on the causes of the current religious resurgence and associated conflicts. The book will be essential reading for students across the social sciences, and for anyone seeking to understand how Islam has risen to prominence in local, national, and global contexts.

Author Biography

Phillip Sutton is Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen.


Stephen Vertigans is Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	vi
Introduction	1	(6)
Resurgent Islam in a Secular World	7	(26)
The Paradox of Secularization	33	(30)
Sacrifice and Salvation in `Islamic Terrorism'	63	(26)
Islam and Globalization	89	(26)
Clash of Civilizations and Civilizing Processes	115	(26)
Secular Establishment and Islamic Outsiders	141	(28)
Resurgent Islam and Sociology	169	(17)
Glossary	186	(4)
Bibliography	190	(22)
Index	212