Islam and the Political: Theory, Governance and International Relations (Decolonial Studies, Postcolonial Horizons) [Paperback]

Amr G.E. Sabet (Author)

Book Description

Series: Decolonial Studies, Postcolonial Horizons | Publication Date: May 20, 2008

This book compares Islamic and Western political formulations, highlighting areas of agreement and disparity. Building on this analysis, the author goes on to show that political Islam offers a serious alternative to the dominant political system and ideology of the West.Sabet argues that rather than leading to a "Clash of Civlizations" or the assimilation of Islam into the Western system, a positive process of interactive self-reflection between Islam and liberal democracy is the best way forward.Beginning this process, Sabet highlights key concepts of Islamic political thought and brings them into dialogue with Western modernity. The resulting synthesis is essential reading for advanced undergraduate and graduate students of Islamic and Middle Eastern politics, political theory, comparative politics and international relations.

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About the Author

Amr G. E. Sabet is Docent in the Department of Political Science, University of Helsinki, Finland. He is also currently visiting scholar in the Department of Public Management, Vaasa University, Finland.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Pluto Press (May 20, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0745327192
• ISBN-13: 978-0745327198
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #912,948 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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