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Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out | 
 enlarge | Authors: Susan Crimp, Joel Richardson
Publisher: WND Books
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Pages: 183
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6.2 x 0.8
ISBN: 0979267102
Dewey Decimal Number: 297
EAN: 9780979267109
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Publication Date: April 29, 2008
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He was about to convert to Islam but pleaded, "I fear I am about to make the biggest mistake of my life. Please give me one solid reason not to convert." This desperate cry for help from a visitor to an interfaith website inspired Susan Crimp and Joel Richardson to find that reason. Instead of one, they found many, put forward by former Muslims who dared to speak out about the oppressive religion that held them in thrall. Collected here are the powerful and brutally honest personal testimonies of men and women who have left Islam - at the risk of death. What compelled these individuals to free themselves from Islam's tyrannical grip, how did they do it, and at what cost? Why We Left Islam provides the shocking, disturbing answers.
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Why We Left Islam July 27, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
WHY WE LEFT ISLAM COMPILED AND EDITED BY SUSAN CRIMP AND JOEL RICHARDSON: In this original collection Susan Crimp and Joel Richardson take a big but important risk in the publishing of Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out. With currents events and the success of books like Stolen Innocence by Elissa Wall and Escape by Carolyn Jessop, the controversial book Why We Left Islam doesn't hold back in voicing the vehement opinions of those who have fled the religion and life of Islam.
Twenty-three different people speak about the situations they found themselves in under the controlling regime of Islam, what sacrifices they made, most importantly in the lacking of rights that many American citizens take for granted every day. While real names are rare in Why We Left Islam, the authors knowing the possible consequences, they do not hold back in ranting and excoriating the system of government and faith they found themselves oppressed under. These real life stories are moving and filled with emotion, as the reader learns of the many people who have died, been sacrificed for Islam under a rule that gives next to no respect or recognition for women, while threatening and coming after any who oppose their system of government and religion.
The book somewhat fails in showing the other side and what is good about Islam, but then it is called Why We Left Islam, and the real stories within show nothing but pain and suffering and now relief at being free. The book, albeit one sided, is a sobering look at some of the possible worlds that people have had to live through while under the rule of Islam.
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Shaking off the mental shackles.. July 26, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Even though nations with Judeo-Christian roots universally surpass Islamic nations in terms of freedom and human rights, we are expected to believe Islam provides mankind with a better source of justice and human rights. However, even within the best examples of Islamist nations in the world today, we do not see the promotion of human rights and justice, but instead only oppression and darkness. (introduction p.xviii)
This collection of letters collected over the last 5 years by former Muslims will open your eyes to what is really happening within the walls of Islam. The truth is that hatred and violence isn't from just a few who have "hijacked" the religion. The information is proof that indoctrination begins at birth and questioning Islam or any independent thinking is never allowed.
In reality Islam is not the fastest growing religion unless you count all the forced conversions and extremely high birth rate for Islamic women. Muslims are finally waking up and questioning these beliefs. Leaving Islam is a death sentence but thanks to the internet and relative anonymity more and more free thinkers are breaking free.
Once you begin to understand Islam is one big lie and full of contradictions and observe the cruel and barbaric words and actions, only then will you realise Islam is not a religion at all but an instrument of domination for Mohammed. A cult and nothing more. Though obedience was supposed to flow from "Allah" down to Mohammed, in actuality it was always Muhammed and his every whim that the followers were expected to satisfy.
Now this might come as a shock to non-muslims. There is tight control over what information is fed to the ignorant masses. Deception on a large scale is found in the books of Karen Armstrong, Edward Said and John Esposito for instance. I wont even mention western academicians, the media or politicians. These people are guilty of complicity, appeasement and of self-deception. All in the name of Political Correctness. Even in the West where freedom of expression is appreciated one is not allowed to speak the truth of Islam without being branded a racist, hate-monger or Islamaphobic!!
There is not a single day that someone, somewhere in the world is not killed by the hands of Muslim terrorists. I encourage you to check out the website TheReligionofPeace.com for a daily total of Islamic attacks. Also useful information can be found on faithfreedom.org; jihadwatch.org; politicalislam.com
Disregard the negative reviews of this book and other similar books. The reader needs to understand that Muslims can not withstand any criticism and are unable to come up with logical, truthful arguements defending it, therefore anything will be done to inhibit valid criticism of Islam.
 With the recent rise of radical Islam, it's no surprise that some ex-Muslims have gotten fed up with their faith. July 11, 2008
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
With the recent rise of radical Islam, it's no surprise that some ex-Muslims have gotten fed up with their faith. "Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out" looks at these rebels, who speak with great detail about why they departed their ancestral faith. An examination of how Islam as a whole is in serious need of a reformation to purge the fundamentalists doing so much damage to it, "Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out" is a seminal contribution to any community library religion collection.
A MUST Read for every American June 18, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book should be required reading in all middle and high schools in the United States and every member of Congress.
An Oft-Hidden, Important Look at Islam May 23, 2008
19 out of 20 found this review helpful
Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out was not what I had expected it to be. The book itself is a collection of first-person accounts from individuals who, in some capacity or another, were previously involved in the Muslim religious community. I expected a comprehensive, globalised, overview of the atrocities perpetuated by Islam the world over; essentially, a macro-view of Islam's role in world politics, coupled with discussion of individual experiences in the religion and ideology.
There are about twenty individual accounts. Some are written better than others; the introductory five are really the most well-written in the entire book. The editing can be a little dodgey, but the overall writing quality is good.
It is necessary to contextualize my review, because my personal politics dictate to me how I feel about this book. As a self-identifying atheist, I am comfortable with directly addressing the uglier aspects of religious and theological thought.
This is very much a book where one finds what one is looking for: individuals who are stringently anti-Islamicization are going to find more fodder for their beliefs, while those who belief Muslims are marginalized will find support for that, too.
Upon its release, Why We Left Islam was regarded as extremely controversial, because all of the testimonies brought forth are less than favorable. Most recount sheer barbarism in the name the religion: excessive misogyny, physical abuse, and sheer terror are all consistently perpetuated upon the writers. Each experience in the book is written by separate individuals, yet they maintain the same themes: subjugation of women, tunnel-visioned ignorance, and blind hatred towards the West.
Thoughtfully approaching this book is absolutely imperative. It is an important book to read, because it presents a different viewpoint than is generally propagated in Western media outlets. There is a lot of difficulty, particularly in our 'free' society, in critically exploring faith (Islam, particularly, in light of the 'touchiness' to its links with global terrorism)
Certainly, the threat to Western values of freedom (of speech, thought, belief, religion, conduct (generally), etc,) are clearly endangered by the influx of Islamic values into Western Europe (and to a lesser extent, America). Much like Pim Fortuyn's politics, "tolerating the intolerant" presents a very dangerous situation. How can European and American countries compromise prized values, in an attempt to 'tolerate' a religion that will not rest until the rest of the world is converted, subjugated, or killed? ...There aren't easy answers to the issues that arise in multicultural societies, and the problems are only going to increase in the coming years.
Notably, too, is that WND (WorldNetDaily) books published this collection of essays. WND is known for being a conservative news site, and they have published numerous other books exploring the 'darker' elements of Islam. The book is critical of Islam, but such criticism is not without merit. Clearly the editors of this book are aware how dangerous it is to promote and release such a title. Similarly-written books about Christianity, Judaism, etc, do not face the violent backlash that this book has driven.
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