Exploring the woefully neglected reality of Islam as a major cultural
and relgious facet of American and European politics and societies,
Cesari examines how Muslims in the West are challenging the notion of an
inevitable clash or confrontation. With nearly twelve million Muslims
living in the larger countries of Western Europe and almost six million
in America, the challenges of integrating newcomers within different
countries, and the place of Islam in democratic and secular context in
the post 9/11 context, have become more pertinent. Comparing the
interaction of Muslims with their new countries, this book addresses the
implications of increased Islamic visability, violent clashes,
beneficial cooperation, and questions within the Muslim community about
their role and the role of Islam in democratic states. Pursuing a
holistic approach to Muslims as a new minority within western democracy,
Cesari provides important insights.