Good expose of Islam and Terrorism
919983
I picked this book up whilst in Saudi Arabia as the titke caught my eye.

I have just finished reading this book and found it fascinating. It has a wealth of information which shows why suicide bombing and terrorism are open enemies of Islam.

It is true, as noted by a reviewer below, that what some Mulsims do today is contrary to what Islam teaches. This is all the more reason why there needs to be an education crusade to ensure that the correct message of Islam is delivered to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.

If you are a reader of Steve Emerson, Daniel Pipes, Walid Phares etc. here is a suggestion. Read Emerson et al's writings, then read this book and another book which I recommend, 'Islam Denounces Terrorism', by Harun Yahya. Then compare notes. Objective, rational analysis will win the day.

Hasan Ali Imam

ex-Parliamentary Candidate

Conservative Party

London

UK
3164219
This book provides a good amount of information this history and politics that have come together to be the religion of Islam the world has come to know.
242143
Robert Spencer does an outstanding job in succintly explaining why Islam is a dangerous religion.  It is not suprising that the majority of adherents probably do not truly understand or know Islamic Dogma.  I've spent a number of years living in Turkey and have traveled through the Middle East extensively.  I know a many people who are "cultural" muslims, that is to say they were born and brought up in the religion.  Most of these folks did not attend the Mosque on a regular basis and they tended to lead secular lives.  This would include the education their daughters through the university level and beyond.  It is my opinion that they had no idea of what is written in the Koran or the Hadiths and would probably find some of the tenets of Islam to be abhorrent.  The sad truth is that my friends in Turkey did not speak Arabic.  That alone would severely limit their understanding of religion.  Until I read Spencer's book, I too, was counted in the camp of the Islamic apologists.  Many of the facts provided by Mr Spencer I knew already, but I had never really put them into context.  My eyes have been opened, Thank You Mr. Spencer.
3558502
This book was an eye-opener for me, as I was woefully ill-informed on the topics Brooks covered in her book. I found her approach to be balanced in her attempt to show the varying ways women are treated in different Islamic countries. She NEVER presents herself as an Islamic scholar but merely as an observer of the various countries which she covered during her years in the Middle East.
One thing that really shocked me was how the Koran seems to be interpreted by different groups for different reasons. It seems that anyone can rationalize behaviors by finding an interpretation of the Koran to support such actions. And each one believes that he is correct!
To have a religion based on these varying interpretations is one thing, but to have entire cultures and political movements based on them is very frightening. Cultural practices seem to be intricately tied up with religious interpretation and vice versa.
I find ANY religious extremism to be anathema, whether it is Islam or some other religion. When one refuses to believe that there are alternate ways to live a good life or to attain eternal happiness, this is very dangerous and leads to violence and wars, as can be seen in the history of civilization. I also am of the opinion that wherever (in the West or the Middle East or anywhere) any kind of religious fundamentalism exists, women suffer.
I also realize that this is a Western look at women in Islamic countries and that there are many women living happy and contented lives in Muslim societies. The author never says otherwise despite what is written in some reviews.
I could not understand those who said that Brooks was totally wrong in her reporting and that Muslim women are protected and treasured (and educated) -- when fully documented atrocities toward women are committed in Muslim countries and when women in Afghanistan are not permitted to go to school past the age of 12.
While I do not think this book should be the only source that one should use to try to understand the Islamic countries and their cultures, it certainly provides a thorough background and basic explanations based on Brook's experience while living in these countries. I read this just after seeing the incredible documentary, "Beneath the Veil" and thus concluded that Brook's reporting was  accurate. It certainly opened my eyes and made me want to learn more.
2820895
Great work, revealing the true nature and origins of Islam.  It took a bit to adjust to the author's style, for these American eyes.  Nevertheless, the content is definitely worth the read.
1338570
Dr.  Nabeel Quershi does an amazing job of explaining Islam not only from the perspective of the Quran, but also from the perspective of the individual follower.  He has taken a volatile subject, and approached it with courage and love.  One of the most difficult tasks we face as Americans today, is reconciling the violence we are seeing in the news being committed in the name of the Islamic faith with the claim that Islam is a religion of peace.  This disparity has caused a deep rift in the relationships between followers of Islam and other Americans.  Nabeel uses this book as an opportunity to explain why there is this division between what we are told Islam is, and what it truly is for many followers.  He explains why it is so vitally important that we understand the true history of Islam and what it means for today and our future.  Nabeel further explains how it is possible that so many people claiming to follow the same faith believe such alarmingly different things.
Nabeel has shown great courage in writing this book.  As a former Muslim who has converted to Christianity, he has already faced a tremendous amount of pain.  It is likely that this book will cause even more resentment. However, after reading this book, you will understand why we must understand the Islamic faith and its origins in order to combat the hatred that is spreading its way through the nations.  This hatred is fueled by a lack of understanding on both sides.  If you only read one book about the Islamic faith, let it be this one.
2775157
Schmidt writes what many are afraid to talk about: The truth about Islam. He does an excellent job of comparing Islam and the Koran to Christianity and the Bible. He backs his statements up with facts and provides solid references. This book is going to tick you off- whether you are Conservative or Liberal, Christian or Muslim. The sometimes shocking details provided here will educate you on a variety of issues and take you on a journey through history. This book is a real eye opener. Contrary to what the media would like you to believe, Muhammad was not a nice guy. This should be required reading for not only all Americans, but all infidels (non-Muslims) as well.
2964399
Very good insights into Islam.  Islam has a doctirne called "taqiyya".  This principle says that it is okay to LIE for the  promotion of ALLAH and Islam.
So how would you seperate truth from lying? Strange!
970313
As an American Muslim, I welcomed this novel exploring the emotional, social, economic, and political ramifications of 9-11 on American Muslims. While I didn't react the way the characters in this book do, a lot of Muslims did. Even more importantly, a lot of Muslims are still feeling the same way, or perhaps worse, as the image of Islam slips in face of the ongoing conflict in Iraq and continued terrorist attacks by radical Muslim groups, and as incidents of vandalism and threats against mosques in America steadily increase. I think this book would be a great read for book groups or church groups who'd like some insight into what it's like to be an American Muslim today.
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Nice introduction to this history block.  Good use of the the opposing (Islamic) sides views.  Nice use of technology and side cultural notes.  Disagree with some of his comments; I am not apologist for the pure mercenary members of the Crusades or methods but I see the political side of his view of history.  His views are well known about the Global War on Terror from his editorials in the Guardian. He like many Muslims are still hung on the Crusades and use it as an excuse for their presnt actions.
3033618
I had only recenmtl;y heard about this author. She survived growing up with this dark shadow of Islam over her and now can be considered an enemy (like writer Irshad Manji) except this exposes more about this shadowy religion that I didn't know about before.
1112621
This seems to be an insightful and not heavily slanted look at apart of the war on terrorism. It was well written and very readable. With the attack on the French Cartoon magazine all over the headlines this book is very informative on how and why it came about.
4276391
I enjoyed learning more about the Muslim faith and followers.  Their immigration experience should enlighten any who read the book.  I believe that those conflicts described are so similar and telling about what is happening across the globe.
4927940
Ron Rhodes provides exceedingly good insight into the religion of Islam, explaining their doctrines well and exposing their contradictory teachings with biblical Christianity. He formulates suggessted questions after each section to ask a Muslim you may be in dialog with.
1471596
While I don't always agree with his politics, Glenn Beck has written or co-written some excellent books esp in his Control Series for which this is a part of.

I happen to have checked this book out from my local library a week before the terrorist attack in San Bernardo, & just start reading it for the 1st time days afterwards. This is a great book, exposing the truth about this religion that's not being allowed due to PC. It also explores several myths about Islam-from it being a peacefully religion (Islam means submission in Arabic-which doesn't sound peaceful to this reviewer) to being respectful towards women & religion minorities. Both not true in areas of the world where Islam is the main religion. The book also talks about the long-termed plan by groups like ISIS & the Muslim Brotherhood to force everyone worldwide to live under Islamic rule with Sharia law since in Islam there's no separation of religion & state like there is in the Judeo-Christian world.

At around 260 pages, this is quick, well written & researched book, as are most of the other books Beck has written. Hopefully the tragic indecent in San Bernardo will wake up more Americans to the danger Islamism has towards our freedom.
3404294
Spencer writes a great book, and I enjoyed reading this one.  The detail was great and accurate and helps to explain why we must be alert to the forces of evil embedded in the koran and the hadith, etc.,.
This book helps to explain why in the west we should be so alert to the evil driving forces of Islam.  He explained many of the terrors that a modern man should not have to endure.  More than a few must listen to reality or the big mess existing now in the EU, could also lead to civil war in US cities where the muslims have staked out their invading claim on European lands.  Mohammad made a big deal out of pushing his followers to invade neighboring lands to take booty and sex slaves, which drove their murderous armies forward and paid for the slaughter of Christians and Jews alike.  History shows all this and the author did a great job of explaining why he was being targeted for his voice against the evils of Islam.  Many others have been killed for speaking out and many more must die, I am afraid, before the EU wakes up to their very great folly.
Mohammad's belief in slaughter of anyone who stands in his way was duplicated in Germany in the 1930s and 1940s _ Hitler having travelled to Jerusalem to be trained in terror tactics, by the IMAMs there - which allowed him to rise to power by fear and terror in Germany...
We need to forget that Islam is a religion by force and focus in its crimes, having slaughtered 270,000,000 people in their 1400 year history.
Its past time to stop Islam in its evil tracks and outlaw the spread of its slim and ban it in the west, etc...A true religion builds up its followers and does not make them slaves to a crazed ideology, as Islam does systematically.
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Unfortunately for Muslims this is the truth; not a prophet but a psychopath, polygamist, pedophile and murder. If you have to force conversion you really don't have an attractive belief system otherwise people would join of their own free will. But the more obvious truth is in evidence by the actions of Muslims worldwide and this is demonstrated by their terrorism, suicide bombers, crucifixion and beheadings of Christians and Jews. Islam is the ideology of those who resent the democracy and freedom of the western world. This is the book Obama, Hillary, the main stream media and liberals do not want you to read; so go ahead buy and read it.