A groundbreaking investigation into why so many Islamic radicals are engineers
The violent actions of a few extremists can alter the course of history, yet there persists a yawning gap between the potential impact of these individuals and what we understand about them. In Engineers of Jihad, Diego Gambetta and Steffen Hertog uncover two unexpected facts, which they imaginatively leverage to narrow that gap: they find that a disproportionate share of Islamist radicals come from an engineering background, and that Islamist and right-wing extremism have more in common than either does with left-wing extremism, in which engineers are absent while social scientists and humanities students are prominent.
Searching for an explanation, they tackle four general questions about extremism: Under which socioeconomic conditions do people join extremist groups? Does the profile of extremists reflect how they self-select into extremism or how groups recruit them? Does ideology matter in sorting who joins which group? Lastly, is there a mindset susceptible to certain types of extremism?
Using rigorous methods and several new datasets, they explain the link between educational discipline and type of radicalism by looking at two key factors: the social mobility (or lack thereof) for engineers in the Muslim world, and a particular mindset seeking order and hierarchy that is found more frequently among engineers. Engineers' presence in some extremist groups and not others, the authors argue, is a proxy for individual traits that may account for the much larger question of selective recruitment to radical activism.
Opening up markedly new perspectives on the motivations of political violence, Engineers of Jihad yields unexpected answers about the nature and emergence of extremism.
Автор: Scham Название: Extremism, Ancient and Modern ISBN: 0415788404 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415788403 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 148010.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Near Eastern Archaeology is generally represented as a succession of empires with little attention paid to the individuals, labelled as terrorists at the time, that brought them down. Their stories, when viewed against the backdrop of current violent extremism in the Middle East, can provide a unique long-term perspective. Extremism, Ancient and Modern brings long-forgotten pasts to bear on the narratives of radical groups today, recognizing the historical bases and specific cultural contexts for their highly charged ideologies. The author, with expertise in Middle Eastern archaeology and counter terrorism work, provides a unique viewpoint on a relatively under-researched subject. This timely volume will interest a wide readership, from undergraduate and graduate students of archaeology, history and politics, to a general audience with an interest in the deep historical narratives of extremism and their impact on today’s political climate.
Автор: Andrew Glazzard; Sasha Jesperson; Thomas Maguire; Название: Conflict, Violent Extremism and Development ISBN: 3319846639 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319846637 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 51230.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание:
This edited volume examines the implications for international development actors of new kinds of terrorism taking place in civil conflicts. The threat from terrorism and violent extremism has never been greater – at least in the global South where the vast majority of violent extremist attacks take place. Some of the most violent extremist groups are also parties to civil conflicts in regions such as the Middle East and the Horn of Africa. But are these groups – especially the violent Islamists which constitute the greatest current threat – qualitatively different from other conflict actors? If they are, what are the implications for development practitioners working in war zones and fragile or poverty-afflicted countries? This study aims to answer these questions through a combination of theoretical enquiry and the investigation of three case studies – Kenya, Nigeria, and Iraq/Syria. It aims to illuminate the differences between violent Islamists and other types of conflict actor, to identify the challenges these groups pose to development practice, and to propose a way forward for meeting these challenges.
Автор: Lauland Andrew Название: Countering Violent Extremism in Australia and Abroad ISBN: 1977402437 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781977402431 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 26900.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: As countries around the world develop countering violent extremism (CVE) programs to prevent homegrown terrorism, there is a dearth of understanding about what types of CVE programs exist and which CVE approaches are most effective. This report documents an effort to help CVE program directors and policymakers place their efforts in context and identify promising approaches internationally.
Автор: Arthur G. Neal, Helen Youngelson-Neal Название: Myth-Making and Religious Extremism and Their Roots in Crises ISBN: 0786498587 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780786498581 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 33270.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Providing a sociological and multicultural analysis, this book examines myth-making in the today`s world amid religious extremism and terrorism. The author discusses the imperative of myth in comprehending illness, death, sexuality, and human relationships to the environment and other animals.
Автор: Murphy Eamon Название: The Making of Terrorism in Pakistan: Historical and Social Roots of Extremism ISBN: 1138819700 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781138819702 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 57150.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This volume examines the social, and political and economic factors that have contributed to the rise of terrorism in Pakistan, employing an historical and critical terrorism studies perspective.
Автор: Carter, Alexander J. Название: Cumulative extremism ISBN: 113838612X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781138386129 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 40820.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book frames several historical incidents of violent movement-countermovement conflicts within the concept of `cumulative extremism`- the mutually reinforcing dynamic of radicalisation that can develop between two or more antagonistic groups.
Автор: Brian Blakemore Название: Extremism, Counter-terrorism and Policing ISBN: 1409453219 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781409453215 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 153120.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: With chapters written by experts in their fields, this book provides the reader with detailed definitions of extremism; the psychology of extremists and the causes of radicalisation; policing extremism within a counter-terrorism context; community policing approaches to combating extremism.
Автор: Ullah Haroon K. Название: Vying for Allah`s Vote: Understanding Islamic Parties, Political Violence, and Extremism in Pakistan ISBN: 1626160155 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781626160156 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 91890.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: What is driving political extremism in Pakistan? How should the US and other Western nations engage with Islamist political parties in nations where they hold both political and moral authority? This book analyzes the origins, ideologies, bases of support, and electoral successes of the largest influential Islamic confessional parties in Pakistan.
Автор: Richards Julian Название: Extremism, Radicalization and Security: An Identity Theory Approach ISBN: 3319855956 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319855950 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 93160.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book provides a detailed application of identity theory to contemporary questions of extremism, radicalization and security. The analysis considers how identity forms a central aspect of notions of extremism and security in Western societies, as articulated both by political leaders, the media and the government.
Название: Many Hands on an Elephant: What Enhances Community Resilience to Radicalisation into Violent Extremism? ISBN: 9212320260 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789212320267 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 42510.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: Violent extremism is a persistent threat to peace and stability in the Sahel and Maghreb regions. A Pilot Project aimed to better understand what works and what does not in strengthening the resilience of local communities to radicalization and violent extremism. The results are contained in this report.
Автор: Vonhlatky Stefanie Название: Countering Violent Extremism and Terrorism: Assessing Domestic and International Strategies ISBN: 0773559361 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780773559363 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 29220.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Since 9/11, counterterrorism has become a national and international priority. Research on violent extremism and terrorism, from homegrown threats to foreign fighters, has adapted accordingly but has not always translated into policymaking. Extremism can be traced to no single cause, and yet governments and law-enforcement agencies continue to spend millions on prevention efforts. Contributors to this book identify persistent challenges for counterterrorism and countering violent extremism and provide analysis from a variety of academic and professional perspectives. Countering Violent Extremism and Terrorism cautions against adopting a causal model to understand violent extremism and takes a critical look at how states have managed to cope with the global phenomenon of terrorism. By drawing on the expertise of researchers and practitioners from government, law enforcement, and the military, contributors identify past failures and offer guidance on how to correct these mistakes. With the collective goal of developing more effective strategies, the authors dispel common myths, discard counterproductive tactics, and point to countries in which policies have functioned as intended. As some terrorist organizations' influence wanes, others innovate and thrive, further challenging a state apparatus that is slow to adapt to these mutating threats. An essential and timely book, Countering Violent Extremism and Terrorism seeks to change how governments and policymakers consider and respond to security threats.
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