Fundamentalism (global Issues (facts On File))
by Rebecca Joyce Frey /
2007 / English / PDF
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The term fundamentalism originated in the United States during the
early 20th century when it was applied to a group of Protestant
Christians that defended traditional Christian beliefs in the face
of modern ideas. Now, religious fundamentalism is associated with a
range of political and social events in the early 21st century,
most notably the terrorist attacks in the United States on
September 11, 2001. Yet, due to frequent misrepresentation in the
media, fundamentalist groups are often misunderstood.
Fundamentalism explores the many ways the term fundamentalism is
used in the media. It offers a more precise definition of what
constitutes fundamentalism and analyzes the roots, ideas, and goals
of fundamentalist groups around the world. This enlightening volume
begins with a historical outline of the economic, social, and
intellectual forces and trends
The term fundamentalism originated in the United States during the
early 20th century when it was applied to a group of Protestant
Christians that defended traditional Christian beliefs in the face
of modern ideas. Now, religious fundamentalism is associated with a
range of political and social events in the early 21st century,
most notably the terrorist attacks in the United States on
September 11, 2001. Yet, due to frequent misrepresentation in the
media, fundamentalist groups are often misunderstood.
Fundamentalism explores the many ways the term fundamentalism is
used in the media. It offers a more precise definition of what
constitutes fundamentalism and analyzes the roots, ideas, and goals
of fundamentalist groups around the world. This enlightening volume
begins with a historical outline of the economic, social, and
intellectual forces and trends
