In Jihad and Death, acclaimed political scientist Olivier Roy puts Islamic State in its proper context: that of other radical, millenialist groups. In doing so, he shows that the key factor driving young, disillusioned European Muslims to IS isn't Islam or religious fundamentalism, but nihilism.

Olivier Roy is Professor of Political Science and Mediterranean studies at the European University Institute in Florence. He is the author of many books, including Globalized Islam and Holy Ignorance.