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Presents an introduction to Ramadan, in simple text with illustrations, describing what Ramadan is, how it started, and the ways people celebrate this cultural holiday.

Explores the history, purpose, and growth of radical Islam in recent years and who is responsible. Details deadly attacks by Islamic terrorists on the U.S. and countries around the world. Features full-color photographs, a chronology, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

Examines how human rights are defined in Muslim-majority states. Explains how Islamic law, known as Sharia, is applied in Muslim states to govern human rights. Contrasts Western views of human rights with Sharia regulations.

Introduces the main religious festivals of Islam, telling the story behind each festival, describing how it is celebrated around the world, and providing instructions for related activities.

Illustrations and simple text describe how one family celebrates Id-al-Fitr.

Describes the celebration of the month of Ramadan by an Islamic family and discusses the meaning and importance of this holiday in the Islamic religion.

A boy observes the Muslim holy month of Ramadan with his family, describing each of their traditions.

Looks at some of the ways Muslims around the world celebrate the joyous festival of Id-ul-Fitr.

The author, a terrorism analyst for the CNN network, profiles the mastermind of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, discussing how Bin Laden lives, how earlier attacks in Africa were planned, and how his terrorist group blends twenty-first century technology with a radical brand of Islam.