Author: Ziauddin Sardar File Type: pdf In the inaugural issue of Critical Muslim Ziauddin Sardar tries to understand the significance of what just happened in the Middle East, Robin Yassin-Kassab spends some quality time in Tahrir Square, Ashur Shamis dodges the bullets of Gaddafis henchmen, Abdelwahab El-Affendi traces the roots of the uprisings, Anne Alexander tunes into the digital revolution, Fadia Faqir joins women protestors, Shadia Safwan asks how long could Assad last, Jamal Mahjoub contemplates futures of the Sudan, Jasmin Ramsey joins the activists in Tehran, and Jerry Ravetz ponders the significance of Ibn Khaldun to the Arab Spring. Also in this issue Rachel Holmes visits the Palestinian Festival of Literature, S. Parvez Manzoor asks if Turkey is a good model for the Muslim world, Muhammad Idrees Ahmad is overwhelmed by leaks, Taus Makhacheva takes Affirmative Action, Aasia Nasir accuses Pakistan and Merryl Wyn Daviess last word on Saudi women drivers. Plus a new short story from Bilal Tanweer and revolutionary poetry from Nizar Qabbani, Tawfiq Zayyad, Abul-Qasim al-Shabi, Ayat al-Qormezi and Naomi Foyle. About *Critical Muslim*** A quarterly publication of ideas and issues showcasing groundbreaking thinking on Islam and what it means to be a Muslim in a rapidly changing, interconnected world. Each edition centers on a discrete theme, and contributions include reportage, academic analysis, cultural commentary, photography, poetry, and book reviews. **

Author: Daniel Nelson File Type: pdf Natures Burdensis a political and intellectual history of American natural resource conservation from the 1980s into the twenty-first centurya period of intense political turmoil, shifting priorities among federal policymakers, and changing ideas about the goals of conservation. Telling a story of persistent activism, conflict, and frustration but also of striking achievement, it is an account of how new ideas and policies regarding human relationships to plants, animals, and their surroundings have become vital features of modern environmentalism. In the 1960s and 1970s, Congress embraced the largely dormant movement to preserve distinctive landscapes and the growing demand for outdoor recreation, establishing an unprecedented number of parks, monuments, and recreation areas. The election of Ronald Reagan and a shift to a Republican-controlled Senate brought this activity to an abrupt halt and introduced a period of intense partisanship and legislative gridlock that extends to the present. In this political climate, three developments largely defined the role of conservation in contemporary society environmental organizations have struggled to defend the legal status quo, private land conservation has become increasingly important, and the emergence of potent scientific voices has promoted the protection of animals and plants and injected a new sense of urgency into the larger cause. These developments mark this period as a distinctive and important chapter in the history of American conservation. Scrupulously researched, scientifically and politically well informed, concise, and accessibly written,Natures Burdensis the most comprehensive examination of recent efforts to protect and enhance the natural world. It will be of interest to environmental historians, environmental activists, and any general reader interested in conservation. **Review This is not only a welcome contribution to the history of environmentalism but a fascinating story, rich in detail and with as much to say about the present as the past. Keith M. Woodhouse, Northwestern University A superb review of conservation developments in the United States. Nelson captures both the accomplishments and challenges environmentalists have faced and continue to encounter. Fully grounded in both primary and secondary sources, this well-written and logically organized volume should be a must-read for anyone interested in environmentalism. Mansel G. Blackford,Professor Emeritus of History, Ohio State University, author of*Making Seafood Sustainable* AddNatures Burdensto the shelf of indispensable histories of American conservation. Anyone concerned with the challenges imposed by this age of accelerating global environmental change would do well to heed the insights provided by Nelsons surefooted history. Jeffrey K. Stine, The Smithsonian National Museum of American History Natures Burdensoffers a compelling analysis of conservation policy since the 1980s. The book will be worthwhile reading for anyone interested in not just preserving but restoring the natural world. Jay Turner, Wellesley College? [F]ills an important space in the world of environmental policy writing. . . . The strength of Nelsons work lies in his ability to lay out the changes in conservation policies over time without getting bogged down in any one place. He lays out sufficient detail to make his points, then moves on to the next critical topic, such as ecosystem management, ecological corridors, or the evolution of national parks. Readers see forestandtrees. Highly recommended. CHOICE About the Author Daniel Nelsonis professor emeritus of history at the University of Akron, where he taught business and labor history for three decades. He is the author of a half dozen books, includingNorthern LandscapesandA Passion for the Land, and more than fifty essays and articles on industrial history, public policy, and environmental topics. An enthusiastic hiker and gardener, he is also active in a variety of local and national environmental organizations.