Social Power and the Turkish State

Social Power and the Turkish State by Tim Jacoby, published by Frank Cass in 2004, offers an in-depth analysis of the state-building process in Turkey, tracing its evolution from the Ottoman Empire to contemporary governance. This edition spans 226 pages and is presented in English, providing a comprehensive examination of the state’s relationship with civil society, particularly focusing on the dynamics between the Turkish majority and non-Turkish minorities.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of Turkey’s modernization efforts and the implications for state development in nations on the global economic periphery. The book addresses significant social changes, including the challenges posed by political Islam, minority identities, and irredentist dissent. Jacoby’s work aims to formulate a new perspective on these complex issues, making it a relevant resource for those interested in sociology and social science.
Official synopsis Publisher
“In this way the book analyses the process of state-building which has occurred in Turkey from the changes developing during the Ottoman Empire to the organisation of the modern-day government. It focuses on issues concerning the state’s relationship with civil society, particularly those that arise from the interaction between the Turkish majority and non-Turkish minorities. It traces the contours of Turkey’s ‘modernisation’ with the intention of formulating a fresh way to approach state development in countries on the global economic periphery, particularly those attempting to effect closer ties with Northern markets. It also highlights issues of social changes pertinent to states grappling with issues relating to political Islam, minority identities and irredentist dissent.”–BOOK JACKET.
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