Bibliograph

The creation of ISIS, Joseph Stanley

Type

Label

The creation of ISIS, Joseph Stanley

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 12, Cavendish Square PublishingGrades 7-9, Cavendish Square Publishing

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The creation of ISIS

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1157633181

Responsibility statement

Joseph Stanley

Series statement

Turning points

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 publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction : 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

Target audience

juvenile

Classification