This book argues that political Islam (represented by its moderate and militant forms) has
failed to govern effectively or successfully due to its inability to reconcile its discursive
understanding of Islam centered on literal justice with the dominant neo-liberal value of
freedom. Consequently Islamists' polities have largely been abject often tragic failures in
providing a viable collective life and sound governance. This argument is developed
theoretically and supported through a set of case studies represented by the Muslim Brotherhood
in Egypt (under President Muhammad Morsi's tenure) Hassan Turabi's National Islamic Front in
Sudan and The Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). It is ideal for audiences interested in
Regional Politics Islamic Studies and Middle Eastern Studies.
