Book: The Post-American World
Author: F Zakaria
Pages: 304
Format: pdf
Language: English
ISBN10: 039306235X
One of the most interesting parts of the book is when Zakaria dismisses that Islamic extremism constitutes a serious rival to the West. This is a sharp departure from most American literature on radical Islam. He states that sluggish growth in Muslim countries, and frictions over women's roles in the economy place them at a disadvantage. Also, he believes that Al Qaeda is rapidly losing influence. At one point he mocks them as being little more than a video production company. Indeed, their war in Iraq was meant to unite all Muslims behind their anti-American message. Instead, all Al Qaeda in Iraq have done is kill other Muslims (Shia), and drive away Muslim support.All in all, the book is light reading. It is an interesting view of how the 21st century may pan out, and anyone with an interest in international relations should consider reading it.
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