Description
About the Author
Donald Holbrook is a Lecturer in the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion at the University of Lancaster. He was previously a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence, University of St Andrews. His publications include The Al-Qaeda Doctrine: The Framing and Evolution of the Leadership's Public Discourse (2014).
Reviews
'In the rush to understand the Islamic State, al-Qaeda has been largely ignored in recent years. As Donald Holbrook's excellent and important book shows, this is a mistake. Holbrook examines the strategic thinking of al-Qaeda under its leader Ayman al-Zawahiri with care, rigour and insight. This is a book which will enlighten and inform all students of Islamic militancy, inside and outside government, veteran or novice, the specialist and the general reader alike.' * Jason Burke, Guardian Africa Correspondent and author of Al-Qaeda: The True Story of Radical Islam *
'Western understanding of jihadism has to overcome cultural, religious and language obstacles. Donald Holbrook's careful editing of primary sources goes a long way in breaking through these barriers, showing us Ayman al-Zawahiri's recent thinking, based on speeches and writings hitherto not generally available.' * Alex P. Schmid, Director of the Terrorism Research Initiative (TRI) and Editor-in-Chief of Perspectives on Terrorism *
'An extremely valuable resource. Al-Qaeda 2.0 offers illuminating insights regarding an enduringly vital subject.' * Richard English, author of Does Terrorism Work? A History *
Book Information
ISBN 9781849048101
Author Donald Holbrook
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Publisher C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd