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Unholy war

terror in the name of Islam
2002
A scholar of political Islam offers an explanation of the teachings of the Quran, discussing the rise of Muslim extremist groups, the reasons for Muslim anti-Americanism, and the outlook for peace..

Inside ISIS

the brutal rise of a terrorist army
Takes you "behind the scenes to ISIS's cities, training camps, and prisons. You will explore the battles that have defined the rise of this terrorist army, and see the recruitment process that keeps it thriving, and uncover the money that funds its survival. By reading this book, you will be able to understand the challenges America faces-- and how this dangerous group could irreparably damage the world"--Back cover.

ISIS

inside the army of terror
Examines the origins of the terrorist group ISIS, from Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, leader of "al-Qaeda in Iraq," to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and the formation of ISIS out of the remnants of al-Qaeda in Iraq. Explores ISIS's goals to create a new Islamic caliphate.

ISIS exposed

beheadings, slavery, and the hellish reality of radical Islam
"Terrorism expert Erick Stakelbeck pulls back the curtain on ISIS, the violent terrorist organization spreading death and hate in the Middle East. The rise of ISIS took the White House by complete surprise: President Obama called the group "JV," then was forced to reassess when ISIS began executing innocent American journalists. Now radicalized Americans and Europeans are joining ISIS' ranks. So who is ISIS? How powerful are they, and are they a threat to the homeland? Stakelbeck, a veteran national security reporter and a leading authority on the Middle East, has produced the definitive guide to America's most recent and most frightening enemy. "--.

The rise of ISIS

a threat we can't ignore
Chronicles the origins and rise of terrorist groups ISIS and Hamas; examines their capabilities, resources and objectives; and explains how, if left unchecked, they could carry out a genocide of unprecedented proportions.

The Jew is not my enemy

unveiling the myths that fuel Muslim anti-Semitism
2010
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.

Standing alone in Mecca

an American woman's struggle for the soul of Islam
2005
"Wall Street Journal" correspondent Asra Nomani chronicles the experiences she had while accompanying other Muslims on the pilgrimage to Mecca required of all Muslims once in their lives.

The monotheists

Jews, Christians, and Muslims in conflict and competition
2003
Chronicles the foundation and formation of the three great monotheistic religions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and their rise in popularity throughout history.

Honor lost

love and death in modern-day Jordan
2003
The author exposes the practice of honor killing in Jordan through the story of her friend Dalia, an Arabian Muslim living with her family in Amman who was stabbed to death by her father in 1996 for her chaste association with Michael, a major in the Royal Army, and a Catholic.

Celebrate Ramadan

2007
Learn about the history behind Ramadan and 'Id al Fitr, the symbols associated with them, and how they are celebrated today.

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