Secularism Confronts Islam
A work of sustained deconstruction, [Roy] takes apart the myths, clichés and prejudices which characterise the current conversation about Islam.(The Economist)[A] brilliant little book.(Philip H. GordonForeign Affairs)A remarkable book: articulate, original, lucid, without a paragraph that fails to contain an interesting thought.(Claire BelinskiNew York Sun)[A] valuable little monograph.(Martin LevinGlobe & Mail)Roy provides a useful corrective to the interpretation of Islamism.(John GrayHarper's)Superb... a welcome contribution to political science, sociology, religious studies—and statecraft.(Choice)[A] cogent work.(Middle East Journal)An insightful analysis.(Talip KüçükcanInsight Turkey1900-01-00)Rich in theoretical analysis.(American Journal of Islamic Social Sciences1900-01-00)