| Edition |
1st ed. |
| Description |
104 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
Turning points
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| Note |
Includes chronology. |
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"Portions of this work were originally authored by Caroline Kennon and published as The Rise of ISIS: The Modern Age of Terrorism (World History)." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 98-99) and index. |
| Contents |
The Islamic State -- Al-Qaeda in Iraq -- From AQI to ISI -- A new leader -- Creating the caliphate -- Life under ISIS control -- A global threat -- The future of ISIS. |
| Summary |
"The radical Islamist group ISIS has caused the deaths of thousands and contributed to the rise of anti-Muslim sentiment around the world, despite the fact that prominent Muslim leaders have denounced the group's actions. Fears have been heightened by the spread of misinformation. Readers learn the real facts about how this organization rose to power and its current status, empowering them and equipping them to fight Islamophobia. Full-color photographs, annotated quotes, critical-thinking questions, and a timeline of key events augment the engaging text, giving readers a comprehensive overview of this chapter in the history of terrorism"--Provided by the publisher. |
| Audience |
4-8 Medialog, Incorporated. |
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Grade 7. |
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Years 12-15. |
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Z Guided Reading Level. |
| Subject |
ISIS (Organization)
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Terrorism -- Religious aspects -- Islam.
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Islamic fundamentalism -- History.
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Middle East -- History.
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| Added Title |
Creation of Islamic State in Iraq and Syria |
| ISBN |
9781502660756 library binding |
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9781502660749 paperback |
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