Islamic Activism: A Social Movement Theory Approach

Indiana Series in Middle East Studies

by Quintan Wiktorowicz (Editor)

" . . . [Will] have an impact on two important fields of social movement theory and the study of Islamic activist movements." ―John Voll, Georgetown University

This volume represents the first comprehensive attempt to incorporate the study of Islamic activism into social movement theory. It argues that the dynamics, processes, and organization of Islamic activism can be understood as important elements of contention that transcend the specificity of "Islam" as a system of meaning and identity and a basis for collective action. Drawing on extensive fieldwork, the contributors show how social movement theory can be utilized to address a wide range of questions about the mobilization of contention in support of Muslim causes. The book covers myriad examples of Islamic activism (Sunni and Shi'a) in eight countries (Arab and non-Arab), including case studies of violence and contention, networks and alliances, and culture and framing.

Genres: Nonfiction, Politics, Islam, Middle East

328 pages, Paperback

First published November 12, 2003

Reviews

[FAISAL · Rating 3 out of 5]

To some extend "scientific" approaches to social movements and the rule that Islam can play in different regions considering their society state relations. however, if this book was written after 2013 it could be written differently.

[G Barahona · Rating 5 out of 5]

I dig Wiktorowicz.