Contains a series of essays that explain the misconceptions that lie at the heart of Western attitudes towards Islam. This book includes a essay on the role of women in Islam, a chapter contains insights into the concept of Jihad, and three chapters that bring the discussion with global situation.

This fully revised edition of the critically acclaimed book contains a series of essays that explain the misconceptions that lie at the heart of Western attitudes towards Islam. Including a new essay on the role of women in Islam, an updated chapter containing insights into the concept of Jihad, and three fully revised chapters that bring the discussion up-to-date with the current global situation, this book is a must read for anyone interested in Islam and its relation to the West.