Sacred Space And Holy War: The Politics, Culture and History of Shi'ite Islam (original) (raw)

This book explores the complex interplay of politics, culture, and history of Shi'ite Islam across several regions, including Iran, Iraq, and India. It emphasizes the social and economic conditions impacting Shi'ite communities and scholars, while also analyzing the evolution of modern Islamic thought in the context of theocratic governance in Iran. Key themes include the challenges of modernism and secularism, the reinterpretation of Shi'ite authority, and the implications for democratic principles within Islamic tradition.