Reformist Voices of Islam: Mediating Islam and Modernity

By Shireen T. Hunter

Book Overview

Islamic fundamentalist, revolutionary, and jihadist movements have overshadowed more moderate and reformist voices and trends within Islam. This title introduces the reformist thinkers and activists, the intellectual traditions they carry on, and the reasons for the failure of reformist movements to sustain broad support in the Islamic world.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765622386
• ISBN13: 9780765622389
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.0"