Read Online 3.3 MB Download. Indeed, the ethos of 18th century Wahhabism did not just wither in Nejd, but it roared back into life when the Ottoman Empire collapsed amongst the chaos of World War I. At its height, the Islamic State - also known as ISIS, ISIL, or Daesh - held about a third of Syria and 40 percent of Iraq. ISIS: A History by Fawaz Gerges. Through this frame of reference, we can understand the driving forces behind the ISIS insurgency. I admit being very confused about the past and current conflicts in the Middle East. Purchase. ISIS: A History. Save Share on Twitter. In this book, one of the world's leading authorities on political Islam and jihadism sheds new light on these questions as he provides a unique history of the rise and growth of ISIS. In this book, one of the world's leading authorities on political Islam and jihadism sheds new light on these questions. Get a link. This unique history shows how decades of dictatorship, poverty, and rising sectarianism in the Middle East, exacerbated by foreign intervention, led to the rise and growth of ISIS—and why addressing those problems is the only way to ensure its end. In this book, one of the world’s leading authorities on political Islam and jihadism sheds new light on these questions as he provides a unique history of the rise and growth of ISIS. --Christina Hellmich, Times Higher Education "This is quite simply the definitive book on the group by a very smart, well-informed guide to the region, superbly researched, well-written and intelligent throughout. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Guardian, Foreign Affairs, and other publications. This unique history shows how decades of dictatorship, poverty, and rising sectarianism in the Middle East, exacerbated by foreign intervention, led to the rise and growth of ISIS —and why addressing those problems is the only way to ensure its end. Political Science / Political Ideologies / General, Political Science / Political Process / General, Political Science / World / Middle Eastern. It is not hard to understand how the founding of the Islamic State by ISIS in contemporary Iraq might resonate amongst those who recall this history. ISIS: A History is an excellent primer for general readers on the origins, intentions, and methods of ISIS. It untangles the web of regional and global crises that led to the horror of ISIS. In this book, one of the world's leading authorities on political Islam and jihadism sheds new light on these questions as he provides a unique history of the rise and growth of ISIS. Plenty has been written about the Islamic State since 2014, but the second edition of Fawaz Gerges’ profile of the group is particularly worthwhile. The first major temple dedicated to Isis was built by the Late Period king Nectanebo II (360–343 bce) at Behbeit el-Hagar, in the central Nile delta.Other important temples, including the island temple of Philae, were built during Greco-Roman times when Isis was dominant among Egyptian goddesses.Several temples were dedicated to her in Alexandria, where she became the patroness of seafarers. Podcasts and videos of many LSE events can be found at the LSE Public Lectures and Events: podcasts and videos channel. 384 pp, Princeton University Press, 2016. At the height of its power, ISIS was perceived as the biggest contemporary terrorist threat to world security. ISIS: A History traces the journey of the group from inception and consolidation in Iraq to the military surge that allowed it to settle and expand in Syria and beyond, in a structured, highly readable manner. His latest book is Isis: A History. Very informative book. The author did a good job presenting the data in a succinct manner, and I appreciate his ... Read full review, Gerges (The Rise and Fall of Al-Qaeda) takes listeners inside a history of the Islamic State's (ISIS) development from a small branch of Al Qaeda in Iraq to establishing a caliphate and becoming a ... Read full review, Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Isis: A History by Fawaz A. Gerges / 2016 / English / PDF. What explains the rise of ISIS, and what does it portend for the future of the Middle East? The Islamic State has stunned the world with its savagery, destructiveness, and military and recruiting successes. Twitter and Facebook. “ISIS: A History” by London School of Economics professor Fawaz Gerges is perhaps the most informative, clearly expressed, sober book on the subject. An official publication of the History of Science Society, Isis is the oldest English-language journal in the field. By December 2017 it had lost 95 percent of its territory, including its two biggest properties, Mosul, Iraq's second largest city, and the northern Syrian city of Raqqa, its nominal capital. Share on Facebook. The author did a good job presenting the data in a succinct manner, and I appreciate his ... Read full review, Gerges (The Rise and Fall of Al-Qaeda) takes listeners inside a history of the Islamic State's (ISIS) development from a small branch of Al Qaeda in Iraq to establishing a caliphate and becoming a ... Read full review. 2016. Save to Pocket. Part of a militant Sunni revival, ISIS claims its goals are to resurrect a caliphate and rid "Islamic lands" of all Shia and other minorities. Political Science / Political Ideologies / General, Political Science / Political Process / General, Political Science / World / Middle Eastern. Send by email. What explains the rise of ISIS and what does it portend for the future of the Middle East? Moving beyond journalistic accounts, Fawaz Gerges provides a clear and compelling account of … ISIS: A History makes a welcome contribution to the debate, and will be of interest to both general readers and specialists.---Christina Hellmich, Times Higher Education Honorable Mention for the 2017 PROSE Award in Government and Politics, Association of American Publishers Impressively detailed. Find this book: This timely history gives a clear-sighted account of the ascent of the so-called Islamic State (IS) – one with far-reaching implications. I admit being very confused about the past and current conflicts in the Middle East. “ISIS: A History” tracks the group’s evolution from its early incarnation of Al Qaeda in Iraq, up until the present day. I admit being very confused about the past and current conflicts in the Middle East. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Chris Hughes is Professor of International Relations and Head of the Department of International Relations at LSE. Moving beyond journalistic accounts, Fawaz Gerges provides a clear and compelling account of the deeper conditions that fuel ISIS. --Christina Hellmich, Times Higher Education "This is quite simply the definitive book on the group by a very smart, well-informed guide to the region, superbly researched, well-written and intelligent throughout. 98 books based on 20 votes: Black Flags: The Rise of ISIS by Joby Warrick, Het meisje dat van IS won. Share Print this article. 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