The Routledge Handbook of Muslim-Jewish Relations invites readers to deepen their understanding of the historical; social; cultural; and political themes that impact modern-day perceptions of interfaith dialogue. The volume is designed to illuminate positive encounters between Muslims and Jews; as well as points of conflict; within a historical framework. Among other goals; the volume seeks to correct common misperceptions about the history of Muslim-Jewish relations by complicating familiar political narratives to include dynamics such as the cross-influence of literary and intellectual traditions. Reflecting unique and original collaborations between internationally-renowned contributors; the book is intended to spark further collaborative and constructive conversation and scholarship in the academy and beyond.
#1541475 in Books David J Betz 2012-01-28 2011-11-16Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.21 x .37 x 6.14l; .65 #File Name: 0415525306160 pagesCyberspace and the State
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. conceptual framework which is useful for initial thinking but lacksBy Dr. Larry LeibrockThis is well-conceived; but introductory summary of a range of emerging issues and strategic objectives dealing with; global networks (cyberspace) and the nation-state political entities.The short book provides a succinct; introductory-level survey of global information technologies; certain risks; threats and opportunities inherent in these technologies are described. The book presents a singular; conceptual framework which is useful for initial thinking but lacks; in my opinion; any substantive rigor or empirical basis. Is quasi-theoretical in analytical substance.As an introductory primer on the issues of cybersecurity; intruders; “bad actors†in political conflicts; and the role of nation-states and national sovereignty is succinctly presented. There are some useful insights into the notions of state-power; competition conflict and regional politics in cyberspace.The work could be have more strength by positing more conceptual analysis; for example; by presenting the roles of global networks; their use and intrinsic value by non-state actors (i.e. Hezbollah; Iraqi ISIS).The authors’ presented their notion of cyber-world as without borders is old news to most interested readers; however the book’s discussion of the emerging cyber-world’s impact on some of the basic functions of the state – is interesting and thought-provoking.In my opinion; for the work to be of more intrinsic value to policy-making; more rigor and alternative conceptual frameworks need to be explicitly presented.In my opinion; the book needs more work in utilization of both rigorous conceptualizations and analytical frameworks.Thank you for reading my summary review.
