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The Clash of Fundamentalisms

The Clash of Fundamentalisms
Tariq Ali

Depicts the author's viewpoint about the warring Muslim and Christian "fundamentalist" nations post-September 11, drawing conclusions on American ideologies and promoting a new enlightenment for the 21st century.

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“For all their incoherence and senseless rage, their message is attractive to those layers of the population who yearn for some order in their lives. If the fanatics promise to feed them and educate their children they are prepared to forgo the delights of CNN and BBC World.”

Tariq Ali book The Clash of Fundamentalisms

Referring to the Taliban. The Clash of Fundamentalisms ISBN 1-85984-457-X, pg. 200.

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