Esposito and Voll use six case studies to look at the history of this relationship and the role played by new Islamic movements. At one end of the spectrum, Iran and Sudan represent two cases of militant, revolutionary Islam opposing the political system. In Algeria and Malaysia however, the new movements have been legally recognized and made part of the political process. The authors identify …
This book contains: 1. More turbulence in Sudan: A new politics this time? 2. War of visions for the nation 3. Sudan's foreign policy: In search of arms, aid, and allies 4. Islamization in Sudan: A critical assessment 5. The Sharia in Sudah: Implementation and repercussions 6. A missed opportunity? Sudan's stabilization program, 1979-1982 7. Refugees and development: Dissonance in Sudan …