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The book challenges the prevailing narrative of an impending clash between Western/Christian and Muslim/Arab civilizations, arguing instead for a potential rapprochement. It highlights the contrasting demographic trends and cultural gaps but emphasizes a more nuanced understanding rooted in Enlightenment ideals. Through measured analysis, it suggests that these two civilizations may find common ground, countering media portrayals of inevitable conflict. The exploration of historical and cultural connections offers a fresh perspective on contemporary relations.
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A Convergence of Civilizations, Youssef Courbage, Emmanuel Todd
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- 2014
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- Title
- A Convergence of Civilizations
- Subtitle
- The Transformation of Muslim Societies Around the World
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Youssef Courbage, Emmanuel Todd
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Publisher
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 152
- ISBN13
- 9780231150033
- Category
- World history, Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The book challenges the prevailing narrative of an impending clash between Western/Christian and Muslim/Arab civilizations, arguing instead for a potential rapprochement. It highlights the contrasting demographic trends and cultural gaps but emphasizes a more nuanced understanding rooted in Enlightenment ideals. Through measured analysis, it suggests that these two civilizations may find common ground, countering media portrayals of inevitable conflict. The exploration of historical and cultural connections offers a fresh perspective on contemporary relations.