Explains the historical and religious issues that sparked terrorists to attack America on September 11, 2001, including information on Islam, Osama bin Laden, and the Middle East.

What happened on September 11th? -- Who were the hijackers? -- What is terrorism? -- What is Islam?: Map -- Early spread of Islam -- Why does the Middle East matter to us?: Map -- Middle East and Central Asia -- Why did the terrorists target the United States? -- Why did we go after Afghanistan?: Map -- Afghanistan and surrounding region -- Who are the Taliban? -- What is Islaminism? -- Who is Osama bin Laden? -- How has American changed since September 11th? -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- Index.