ian's review
The Clash of Fundamentalisms: Crusades, Jihads and Modernity by Tariq Ali
While critical of Huntington and Fukuyama, Ali falls into the same trap, supporting his worldview at the expense of historical accuracy. His darting approach to history reads more like a string of easy applause lines for those predisposed to stick their thumbs at 'the west'. Even as one of those folks, I found it tiresome.
For a more insightful approach, try The Last Great Revolution
For a more insightful approach, try The Last Great Revolution
