Routledge Islam and Power - Politics of Islam Book

Explore the complex history and social dynamics of the Islamic resurgence through this scholarly work from Routledge. This book examines the massive growth of Islamic movements and ideas that emerged during the 1970s, a period often described as an Islamic revival or resurgence. This text investigates whether these movements represent a purely religious awakening or if they function as social and political movements shaped by the specific conditions and environments of Muslim populations. It looks at these changes across different landscapes, including both majority and minority settings, and under various capitalist or socialist regimes. Readers gain insight into the causes and nature of these shifts and whether they lead toward a new Islamic socio-political order. This volume is an essential resource for those studying the politics of Islam and the historical movements that have shaped the modern Muslim world.