Routledge Islam in Global Politics - Conflict and Bridging Book

Explore the complex relationship between religion and international relations with Islam in Global Politics: Conflict and Cross-Civilizational Bridging. Published by Routledge, this book moves beyond standard political scholarship to examine how religion and culture influence both global and local political landscapes. Author Bassam Tibi provides a unique perspective on the impact of Islam on civilizational relations. The text investigates how Islam functions within society and how it is often distorted into radical Islamism within world politics. This analysis helps readers understand the tensions that arise between secular and religious frameworks. By studying these dynamics, readers gain a better understanding of the sources of conflict and the potential for bridging different groups and polities. This work is an essential resource for those studying the role of faith in modern political structures and the shifting relations between diverse global civilizations.