Islamophobia and Anti-Muslim Sentiment

This book explores the presence of Islamophobia through the political cartoon—a medium with an immediate and powerful impact. Islamophobia offers a fascinating and insightful look at our culture’s misperceptions and why it’s so important to stop "making Muslims the enemy".

Peter Gottschalk is professor of religion at Wesleyan University. His books--which include American Heretics and Religion, Science, and Empire--draw on his research and experience in India, Pakistan, and the United States. Gabriel Greenbergserves as the rabbi of a synagogue in New Orleans, where he lives with his family.

Acknowledgments Note on Terms and Names Introduction to the Second Edition Chapter 1: How Cartoons Work and Why Images Matter Chapter 2: Overview of Western Interactions with Muslims Chapter 3: Symbols of Islam, Symbols of Difference Chapter 4: Stereotyping Muslims and Establishing the American Norm Chapter 5: Extreme Muslims and the American Middle Ground Chapter 6: Moments: 1956-2006 Chapter 7: Since 2006: The Emotions of Resurgent Nativism and Liberal Empathy Chapter 8: Moving Pictures: The Trope of "Islamic Terrorism" Conclusion: common Denominators versus Essential Difference Glossary Notes Bibliography Index About the Authors