Hi, Maya:<br /><br /><br />This paper attempts to answer why Islamic State emerged and how it differs from other non-state actors?<br /><br />Or:<br /><br /><br />This paper has tried to answer why Islamic State emerged and how it differs from other non-state actors?<br /><br />Studying state formation in the Middle East without taking into account the historical and geopolitical context will result in a flawed analysis.<br /><br />Islamic State and Hamas: A Comparative Analysis<br /><br />Why Islam Resists Change.<br /><br />Or<br /><br />Why is Islam Resistant to Change?<br /><br />I hope these help.<br /><br />Best wishes - George<br /><br />I'll send your document later tonight. It's coming along, but it won't be ready until close to the deadline.<br /><br />