Islam and the Future of Tolerance

A Dialogue

De: Maajid Nawaz, Sam Harris

Narrado por: Sam Harris, Maajid Nawaz

In this short book, Sam Harris and Maajid Nawaz invite you to join an urgently needed conversation: Is Islam a religion of peace or war? Is it amenable to reform? Why do so many Muslims seem drawn to extremism? What do words like Islamism, jihadism, and fundamentalism mean in today's world?

Remarkable for the breadth and depth of its analysis, this dialogue between a famous atheist and a former radical is all the more startling for its decorum. Harris and Nawaz have produced something genuinely new: they engage one of the most polarizing issues of our time - fearlessly and fully - and actually make progress.

Islam and the Future of Tolerance has been published with the explicit goal of inspiring a wider public discussion by way of example. In a world riven by misunderstanding and violence, Harris and Nawaz demonstrate how two people with very different views can find common ground.

©2015 Sam Harris & Maajid Nawaz (P)2015 Sam Harris & Maajid Nawaz

Courageous and fascinating

There's a lot of food for thought in this interesting dialogue about one of the most pressing matters of our age. Arguments between the authors are laid out in clarity, directness, and civilized manner - a true delight. They're looking at reality with open eyes, sense of urgency, and concerns yet offering actions which could help the liberal civilization to remain on course.

Majid Nawaz more Thoughtful than Depicted in Media

Would you consider the audio edition of Islam and the Future of Tolerance to be better than the print version?

It is superior to the print version because nothing beats audio in following a debate of very fine points between two thoughtful speakers.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked that Majid Nawaz' syntheses of his experience and knowledge of radical Islam. I admired both Nawaz and Harris's approach in discussing their disagreements.

Which character – as performed by Sam Harris and Maajid Nawaz – was your favorite?

Hands down Majid Nawaz. Harris is as eloquent as ever, but he seemed a bit dismissive of some of Nawaz's counter-arguments. His early breakdown of kinds of Islamists, jihadist and conservatives is excellent. It laid a strong foundation of the subsequent discussion. Sam Harris' s follow-up questions also helped clarify the discourse immensely. I grew up in the Middle East; followed debates on political Islam closely; but this is a little better; a "cut-above" if you will. It is also far more thoughtful than the debates where the religiously-afflicted waste Sam Harris's time on non-issues.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I am an atheist Arab American who chose to keep quiet on these issues for a long time. It inspired me to actively participate in the conversation. How? I do not know yet.

Any additional comments?

I wish both thinkers adopt the same style of discourse in many more works to come, even if it means no "sound bites" for the media.

An Atheist "Must read... listen"

I wish I was able to speak with such clarity and accuracy. I hope this is a step towards peace.
I am an Atheist.

Amazing dialog, a true eye opener!

I learned so much from this. It's truly inspiring to see what can be accomplished with conversation...two great people working to understand one another and towards solving one of the biggest problems of our world today. if only this was the norm....

Important topic

The topic is crucial to handle and this hopefully will reach many people who have false information about Islam.

Great listen

Bought it with the kindle edition. Audible has an additional real time conversation at the end of the book between both authors.

Must read/listen book on major issue of our time!

I have read several books and listened to several Podcasts & a few TED talks in an effort to gain a deeper personal understanding of Islam. Without a doubt, this book is now at the top of my list! I found it to be especially impactful to listen to the audio book.

Insightful

The reading was alright, I learnt something there, but the conservation at the end sounded more natural and enjoyable. Great for anyone who wants to learn more about the Islamism and distinguish the terms used in mass media.

Timely and Poignant

Timely and poignant conversation by two great voices of reason on this topic. Great quick read.

a great discussion with lots of insight

This discussion is one everyone should hear. respectfully debated ideas about the future of islam!