In The Shadow Of Islamophobia Identity And Belonging For British Turks

This book explores the multifaceted experiences of British Turks particularly focusing on how they navigate and negotiate Islamophobia in contemporary British society. It delves into the complexities of identity ethnicity and religion shedding light on the unique ways in which British Turks respond to and reshape the discourses surrounding Islamophobia. By examining the intersection of Turkish secularism national identity and global socio-political dynamics this book offers a nuanced understanding of how Islamophobia is both experienced and deflected within this community. Through a combination of in-depth interviews ethnographic insights and analysis of social discourses the book highlights how British Turks engage in practices of passing and identity negotiation. It uncovers how these strategies are informed by broader themes such as Brexit cosmopolitanism and the legacy of Turkey’s relationship with Europe. This study challenges monolithic interpretations of Islamophobia presenting a more diverse and intricate portrayal of its impact on different Muslim communities. This book is an essential resource for scholars and students of Sociology Criminology Cultural Studies and Religious Studies as well as policymakers and practitioners working in multicultural and multi-ethnic contexts. It will be of particular interest to those studying the intersections of race religion and identity in the Middle East and Contemporary Europe. |In the Shadow of Islamophobia Identity and Belonging for British Turks