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In The West and the Rest, Scruton argues that to comprehend Islamist terrorism, one must understand what is unique and what is potentially dangerous about Western institutions, ideas, and technology.Scruton shows how the different religious and philosophical roots of Western and Islamic societies have resulted in those societies' profoundly divergent beliefs about the nature of political order. For one thing, the idea of the social contract, crucial to the selfconception of Western nations, is entirely absent in Islamic societies. Similarly, Scruton explains why the notions of territorial jurisdiction, citizenship, and the independent legitimacy of secular authority and law are both specifically Western and fundamentally antipathetic to Islamic thought.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The West and the Rest'? A: The main theme of 'The West and the Rest' is to explore the differences between Western and Islamic societies, particularly in relation to their political ideas and institutions, and how these differences contribute to understanding Islamist terrorism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The West and the Rest' is Roger Scruton, a well-known philosopher and cultural critic.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features of 'The West and the Rest' include its examination of the philosophical roots of Western and Islamic societies, the discussion of concepts such as social contract and citizenship, and the analysis of how these ideas affect political order.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, making it a durable choice for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The West and the Rest' have? A: 'The West and the Rest' has a total of 200 pages.
- Q: When was 'The West and the Rest' published? A: 'The West and the Rest' was published on January 1, 2002.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'The West and the Rest' is a first edition.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is described as being in good condition.
- Q: What topics does Scruton cover in this book? A: Scruton covers topics such as the differences in political philosophy between Western and Islamic societies, the implications of these differences for understanding terrorism, and critiques of Western institutions.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading 'The West and the Rest'? A: Readers interested in political philosophy, terrorism studies, and the cultural differences between Western and Islamic societies would benefit from this book.