Extremism
Extremism by Laurie Willis, published by Greenhaven Press in 2011, is a thought-provoking exploration of religious extremism and its influence on global events. This 203-page edition presents a collection of viewpoint essays that aim to provide readers with both facts and diverse opinions, encouraging critical thinking on complex social topics.
In this book, readers will examine various aspects of Islamic extremism and its connection to terrorism, as well as religious extremism within the United States. The essays, contributed by notable sources such as Samir Khalil Samir and Fareed Zakaria, delve into potential strategies for countering and preventing extremism. This work serves as a resource for young adults interested in social science and political discourse, fostering an understanding of the multifaceted nature of extremism in contemporary society.
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Editor Laurie Willis helps readers to examine religious extremism and its impact on world events. She has compiled several viewpoint essays that provide readers with facts, but also opinions. By reading more than one intelligent viewpoint on each topic, readers will activate their critical thinking skills. Readers will evaluate Islamic extremism and its relation to terrorism, and take a look at religious extremism in the United States. They will explore how it can be countered and prevented. Essay sources include Samir Khalil Samir, Fareed Zakaria, Azeem Ibrahim, Carol Sarler, and Neil J. Kressel.
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