Boko Haram
Islamism, Politics, Security, and the State in Nigeria
ISBN Code : 978-1-59907-097-1
Editor : Marc Antoine Perouse de Montclo
Language : English
Pages number : 358
Format : Paperback
Publication date : 03/02/2015
$29.95
Description
Boko Haram examines the early history of the sect and its transformation into a radical armed group. It analyses the causes of the uprising against the Nigerian state and evaluates the consequences of the on-going conflict from a religious, social and political point of view. The book gives priority to authors conducting fieldwork in Nigeria and tackles the following issues: the extent to which Boko Haram can be considered the product of deprivation and marginalisation; the relationship of the sect with almajirai, Islamic schools, Sufi brotherhoods, Izala, and Christian churches; the role of security forces and political parties in the radicalisation of the sect; and more contemporary issues.
