num_pages: 236
description: Offers a balanced, accessible analysis of the role of Islam in contemporary Kenyan politics and society. Examines the strengths and weaknesses of the Muslim community, its relations with the state, and the emergence of militant Islam in the 1990s, against the backdrop of the developing Islamic expansion in Kenya and evolving relations between Muslims and Christians. Considers the influence of Arab countries and Iran on attitudes of Kenya's Muslims regarding both internal and international affairs. Appendices offers documents and letters. Oded is senior lecturer in the Institute of Asian and African Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
language: English
title: Islam and Politics in Kenya
publisher: Lynne Rienner Pub