Creating the Desired Citizen

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'Autocratisation in Turkey has developed over time, with identity a highly contentious political issue. Yilmaz describes in great detail and with much knowledge and understanding the shift from 'Kemalism' to 'Erdoganism': an ideological project to create the 'perfect Turk' through the political vilification of many Turkish citizens because of their beliefs. Highly recommended.' Jeffrey Haynes, London Metropolitan University 'Creating the Desired Citizen methodically dissects the social engineering efforts to craft 'ideal citizens' for what Ihsan Yilmaz calls 'Erdoganism'. This original and enlightening work is an important contribution, furthering our understanding of the social and cultural transformation of Turkey under the AKP.' Paul Kubicek, Oakland University 'Creating the Desired Citizen successfully analyzes how citizenship has been used as an instrument of the state's social engineering policy in Turkey. It is a must-read for students of Turkish politics.' Ahmet T. Kuru, Political Science Quarterly 'Yilmaz makes essential contributions to the study of nation-building and extends our knowledge on the Kemalist and Erdoganist nation-building projects in Turkey. Those scholars interested in nation-building, citizenship, and the Turkish experience will find the book indispensable. Its scholarly contributions make the book relevant for graduate courses, and Yilmaz's engaging prose makes it accessible to the policy community and undergraduate students.' Ramazan Kilinc, Perspectives on Politics 'Creating the Desired Citizen is a valuable book for anyone curious about the AKP government. It provides detailed information concerning its social engineering policies. It also highlights the similarities between the Kemalists and the Erdoganists, which is not much discussed in academia or the media.' Senem Aslan, International Journal of Middle East Studies