Turkey between Nationalism and Globalization

Turkish society has been going through an institutional, ideological historical change that has affected its social, cultural and political practices. The rapprochement with the European Union has had profound effects on social relations, national values and political culture. This book examines the internal and external dynamics of Turkey and the role played by nationalism. It analyzes how the understanding of nation and nationalism has changed, from the creation of the Republic of Turkey, to a defensive identity of the past and how it has now become central to its desire to become a global power. The redefinition of Turkish nationalism along the lines or opposite to the Kemalist principles has become source of new tensions leading to the confrontation of two Kurdish and Turkish nationalism on one national territory. Presenting interdisciplinary perspectives from experts in history, sociology, political sciences and economic, the contributors offer new perspectives on contemporary Turkey and its future. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of Turkish studies; globalization studies, nationalism studies, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean studies, international relations, political science and sociology.