The Evolution of Islam

This book provides an important look at islam. It is a review of the history of islam combined with hard-hitting analysis coupled with a sober realism about the struggle the world is in. This book is broken into six parts: the founding principles and the history of islam, including the influence of Christianity and jihad; a lengthy examination of the crisis in Europe; an assessment of conditions in America; the global situation; a series of proposed solutions; and conclusions. Taken together, these six sections offer a comprehensive and informed overview of the nature of Islamic jihad and the response of the West. The book offers, in short, a workable understanding of, and plan for, an effective response to the global war on terrorism. I am not advocating the destruction of Islam, just containment. Western Nations must defend their borders and protect the integrity of their societies within these borders. A good deal of the problem lies in the fact that many Westerners refuse to even admit that there is a problem, or are much more inclined to blame the West for the current crisis. My next book in my "Evolution Series" is going to explore the history of Christianity. Christianity has also been good and bad for the world. I will try to be as honest and fair with Christianity as I have tried to be with islam. In this book, we are beginning an exploration of the largely uncharted history associated with the islam religion. Richard Castagner Author