The Gulen Movement

By Ayd?n Özipek

This book examines and discusses the strategic manoeuvring of the Gulen Movement, which is an influential religio-social movement in Turkey, in its power struggle with its rival groups and ideologies including the secular elite; through an analysis of internal and external dynamics behind its increasing prominence. The book claims that the Gulen Movement, through its educational activities, creates a reciprocal deal where both parties profit. While the Gulen Movement enlarges its scope, spreads its message and proceeds to "cultivate" its counter-elite, it provides its followers with the ability to climb in the social strata and wholly participate in the society; not only by providing them with the material resources they need, but also rendering them as individuals who are conforming to the contemporary set of values and lifestyles."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3838360087
• ISBN13: 9783838360089
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"