Nassar, chair of the Department of Politics and Government, explains that globalization and terrorism are both charged concepts; people use the terms loosely, often to further political ends. In his book Nassar carefully defines these concepts, by putting them into historical and political context, and then explores the way in which the dreams inspired by globalization can translate into the nightmare of terrorism. Even as he offers a compelling critique of Western hegemony, Nassar conveys his respect and hope for an enlightened global interdependence—embracing the power of the dream over the nightmares.

The book has received praise from many noted scholars. Professor Stephen Eric Bronner of Rutgers University wrote, “In this exceptionally well-written work, Jamal Nassar has offered a humane meditation on some of the most important issues and enduring conflicts of our epoch.” Professor Richard Falk of Princeton University said, “Globalization and Terrorism is invaluable as a check against unacceptable American innocence about the United States’ role in the world.”

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