Political Islam in Turkey: Running West, Heading East?

by G. Jenkins

Overview

Turkey is often cited as a model for Muslim countries; its pro-western democracy an example that the clash of civilizations is not inevitable. Yet the process of political and economic liberalization has increased the appeal of political Islam. Jenkins analyses the re-emergence of Islam as a political force in Turkey and examines the repercussions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781403968838
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan US
Publication date:	09/19/2008
Edition description:	2008
Pages:	274
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 9.40(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Gareth Jenkins is a Senior Consulting Fellow at the International Institute of Strategic Studies.

Table of Contents

The Historical and Social Context of Islam in Turkey The Rise of Political Islam (1950-95) The Islamists in Power (1994-2002) Militant Islamist Groups Islamist Tendencies in Other Political Parties The New Generation of Islamists The JDP in Power The Future of Political Islam in Turkey Conclusion

Editorial Reviews

'Important for anyone who wants to get beyond the aridity of this contemporary debate, and to try to understand its historical roots.' - David Logan, Asian Affairs

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