In 1993, political scientist Samuel Huntington turned conventional political wisdom on its head by arguing that future conflicts wouldn’t be between nations but between civilizations — notably, between the secular West and the fundamentalist Islamic world. At the same time, Eric S. Margolis was arguing the same point from a different position: that of a journalist reporting from within the Muslim world. American Raj is the culmination of Margolis’ years of boots-on-the-ground insight into the way the Muslim world really operates. It takes readers inside the thinking and worldview of anti-Western Islamic radicals throughout the Muslim world and identifies the historical, political, and religious factors that have played a major role in generating hostility toward the West. Employing the model of Britain’s imperialist hegemony in Asia, Margolis explores in fascinating detail whether the West risks a replay of the Raj experience or whether we face an entirely new world order.
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ERIC S. MARGOLIS is an award-winning, internationally syndicated columnist. His articles appear in The New York Times, The International Herald Tribune,and The Los Angeles Times.He is a regular columnist with The National Post and he often appears as an expert on foreign affairs on CNN, Fox News, CTV, and NPR. His internet column reaches 100,000 readers a day and is carried around the globe
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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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With "American Raj", we are fortunate indeed to have as narrator an author with decades of experience in the hot spots of the world, an author who really gets it. Given his encyclopedic-knowledge of the Middle East and South Asia, and Were it within my power, I would unhesitatingly nominate Mr. Margolis for the post of U.S. Secretary of State.
Laid out in exhaustingly researched detail, "America Raj" is the story of colonial overlords, possessed with a Mongol-like disdain for non-western lives and an insatiable thirst for the resources of other nations. Dressed up as a war on something, terror, drugs, humanitarian casuses,etc., etc., western powers have and continue to devour the resources of others as might a blight of locusts in a wheat field.
As one of my favorite literary pugilists, Mr. Margolis pulls no punches in his analysis of the root-cause of what today is termed "terrorism."
"American Raj" guides us through the turbulent history of colonialism, that has, beyond doubt, certified that resistance to foreign occupation and resource exploitation is [the] principal motive-force behind what is conveniently coined as terrorism by western powers, currently their self-serving leit motif for state-sponsored plunder.
In summation, "American Raj" is the best of the genre regards the currency and philosphy of the axiom that those "who ignore history are doomed to repeat it." Policy makers and imperialists in the West would do well to read this book and heed many of the recommendations articulated by the author. The road to a peaceful co-existence with the Muslim world is profoundly yet precisely chartered in this masterful work.
Bruce G. Richardson
Author: "Afghanistan, A Search for Truth"
Laid out in exhaustingly researched detail, "America Raj" is the story of colonial overlords, possessed with a Mongol-like disdain for non-western lives and an insatiable thirst for the resources of other nations. Dressed up as a war on something, terror, drugs, humanitarian casuses,etc., etc., western powers have and continue to devour the resources of others as might a blight of locusts in a wheat field.
As one of my favorite literary pugilists, Mr. Margolis pulls no punches in his analysis of the root-cause of what today is termed "terrorism."
"American Raj" guides us through the turbulent history of colonialism, that has, beyond doubt, certified that resistance to foreign occupation and resource exploitation is [the] principal motive-force behind what is conveniently coined as terrorism by western powers, currently their self-serving leit motif for state-sponsored plunder.
In summation, "American Raj" is the best of the genre regards the currency and philosphy of the axiom that those "who ignore history are doomed to repeat it." Policy makers and imperialists in the West would do well to read this book and heed many of the recommendations articulated by the author. The road to a peaceful co-existence with the Muslim world is profoundly yet precisely chartered in this masterful work.
Bruce G. Richardson
Author: "Afghanistan, A Search for Truth"
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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"American Raj" is an exciting journey through the history of colonialism, sectarianism, economic, social and military developments that have shaped the nature of the diverse nations of the Muslim world. Margolis has a grasp of the subject that is both profound and unique, which makes the book a milestone in the portrayal of the Muslim world's culture, complexities, and dynamism.
Equally the author gives a chilling account of the self serving opportunism, cynicism, and arrogance of many western powers in their dealings with the Muslim world, which creates further conflict, and a deep distrust of western institutions and intentions.
"American Raj" contains masterful narrative, analysis, and comment, as well as a road map of constructive action vital to improving the relations between the West and the Muslim world. A brilliant book on the subject of a significant 21st Century challange.
Equally the author gives a chilling account of the self serving opportunism, cynicism, and arrogance of many western powers in their dealings with the Muslim world, which creates further conflict, and a deep distrust of western institutions and intentions.
"American Raj" contains masterful narrative, analysis, and comment, as well as a road map of constructive action vital to improving the relations between the West and the Muslim world. A brilliant book on the subject of a significant 21st Century challange.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Gatsu
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Margolis describes key historical events in the Muslim world and in the west and accurately talks about the results. He accurately describes the complexities of the Muslim world and the misinformation rampant throughout the west and the east.
A very good and enlightening book.
A very good and enlightening book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Solid and Accessable
A mix of history and politics, this should be required reading for anyone before saying a word about what we should be ding in the middle east. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Max Osterhaus
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tremendous book.
Eric Margolis gives an incredibly well researched account of the complexities of the situation in the Middle East. Read more
Published on September 20, 2009 by Tietje Zonneveld
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A grade-A choice
The Middle East has long been in conflict with its Western neighbors, but how does this conflict end? "American Raj: Liberation or Domination? Read more
Published on April 5, 2009 by Midwest Book Review
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Essential reading on modern history
This book shines as true guiding light and should be made part of curriculum of every educational institution. Read more
Published on March 30, 2009 by Arif &Ed; : Books,Music And Java
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Excellent read for history, politics, economics from "the other view"
Read this book to learn about the reality of the Middle East and Islam. But, be warned that Mr. M has strong opinions about the Bush Administration, so keep this in mind and try... Read more
Published on March 8, 2009 by N. Demers
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Action needed!
I would certainly suggest that Mr M send copies of his book, *American Raj,* to all who failed to heed his warnings and observations about Islam's portion of the World. Read more
Published on January 27, 2009 by F. Ratliff II
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American Raj/Eric Margolis
Absolutely outstanding!Kudos to Eric Margolis, who has excelled in this account pertaining to the roots of the conflict between the Muslim world and the West. Read more
Published on January 26, 2009 by Faith Wilson
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