by Glenn Beck
First published 2015
Radio host Glenn Beck investigates the theological foundations of modern Islamic extremism. He examines groups like ISIS, Al Qaeda, and the Muslim Brotherhood by analyzing their stated motivations and religious justifications. Beck draws from the Koran, hadith, and direct statements from extremist leaders to trace connections between Islamic teachings and violent actions. He challenges popular assumptions about these organizations and argues that their religious inspiration cannot be ignored. The book covers the barbarity of ISIS, Al Qaeda's terror methods, and Iran's nuclear ambitions. Beck contends that understanding the theological motivations behind these groups is necessary for grasping the true scope of the threat they pose. He applies the direct approach from his previous works Control and Conform to present historical facts and religious quotations that extremists use to justify violence.
Genres: history, politics, religion, non-fiction, current-affairs, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism
Setting: Middle East
Period: 21st-century
272 pages · Paperback · Threshold Editions
Content warnings: violence