Militancy and Political Violence in Shiism

Trends and Patterns

Nonfiction, History, Middle East, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
Cover of the book Militancy and Political Violence in Shiism by , Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781136663529
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: November 28, 2011
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781136663529
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: November 28, 2011
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This book is the first systematic assessment of current trends and patterns of militancy in Shii communities in the Middle East and South Asia - specifically in Iran, Iraq, but also in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Bahrain

More than thirty years after the Islamic Revolution in Iran, there are signs of a growing assertiveness on the part of Shii actors, at times erupting into political violence. The book addresses two key questions: What trends emerge in the types of militancy Shii actors employ both inside and outside of the Shii heartland? And what are the main drivers of militancy in the Shii community? The editor concludes that although at present Shii assertiveness does not take on a predominantly militant form, a 'subculture of violence' does exist among most Shii communities examined here, and suggests five key drivers of political violence among Shiis: the impact of Iran; nationalism and anti-imperialism; Shii self-protection and communal advancement; mahdism; and organizational dynamics. This book will be of great interest to students and researchers of terrorism studies and political violence, war and conflict studies, and IR/Security Studies in general.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book is the first systematic assessment of current trends and patterns of militancy in Shii communities in the Middle East and South Asia - specifically in Iran, Iraq, but also in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Bahrain

More than thirty years after the Islamic Revolution in Iran, there are signs of a growing assertiveness on the part of Shii actors, at times erupting into political violence. The book addresses two key questions: What trends emerge in the types of militancy Shii actors employ both inside and outside of the Shii heartland? And what are the main drivers of militancy in the Shii community? The editor concludes that although at present Shii assertiveness does not take on a predominantly militant form, a 'subculture of violence' does exist among most Shii communities examined here, and suggests five key drivers of political violence among Shiis: the impact of Iran; nationalism and anti-imperialism; Shii self-protection and communal advancement; mahdism; and organizational dynamics. This book will be of great interest to students and researchers of terrorism studies and political violence, war and conflict studies, and IR/Security Studies in general.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Why We Evaluate by
Cover of the book Women and Religion in Old and New Worlds by
Cover of the book Introducing Sociolinguistics by
Cover of the book Modern Social Theory by
Cover of the book Managing Change by
Cover of the book Social Work and Child Sexual Abuse by
Cover of the book The Two Red Flags by
Cover of the book Men, Masculinities and Violence by
Cover of the book Re-shaping Cities by
Cover of the book How Ethical Systems Change: Lynching and Capital Punishment by
Cover of the book The Securitisation of Climate Change by
Cover of the book Addictions From an Attachment Perspective by
Cover of the book Teachers And Teaching by
Cover of the book Statistical Misconceptions by
Cover of the book Primer of Adlerian Psychology by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy