Cover of Tom Kratman's Caliphate

Caliphate: A Future Vision by Tom Kratman

by Lewis Loflin

Caliphate (2008) by Tom Kratman is an engaging novel that imagines a possible future where Europe is shaped by Islamic influence, set against a backdrop of tension with America. One reader cautions, "It’s a story that delves into challenging themes, including views on servitude and strict societal rules, framed as religious duties." Another shares, "The shift from today’s America to a nation facing a severe crisis—like a major attack—is a troubling scenario. I’d like to think we can steer clear of it, though our current political climate makes that uncertain."

"Slavery is a part of Islam . . . Slavery is part of jihad, and jihad will remain as long there is Islam." - Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan, author of the religious textbook At-Tawhid ("Monotheism") and senior Saudi cleric.

Population trends shape the future. In the 22nd century, Europe’s declining birthrates have shifted the continent toward a growing Muslim majority. Secular beliefs have faded in Europe. Homosexuals face harsh penalties, such as imprisonment or execution. Remaining Christians live as second-class citizens under dhimmitude, paying the Koranic jizya tax, with limited rights and opportunities. Their sons are drafted into service, while their daughters face the challenges of the new order.

In this setting, Petra, a German girl forced into servitude at nine to cover her family’s jizya, longs for a better life. Unlike most of her peers, Petra can read. Through her grandmother’s diary—her only keepsake, recounting Europe’s transformation—she learns of a distant land of promise: America.

Related Works and Resources

Another noteworthy novel by Kratman is Watch on the Rhine, co-authored with John Ringo. Both writers excel at storytelling. For more about Kratman’s work, visit www.tomkratman.com.

Islamic Extremism

Islamic Threats to Liberty

Discussions on Islam from a Deist' Viewpoint

Islamic skepticism by Ibn Warraq, etc.

Jews and Islam

Will Durant history of Islam

Excerpts from Will Durant's The Age of Faith Pages 162-186 Pub. 1950

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Secular Humanist Revolutions

Climate Shifts

Misc.