Understanding Turkish American Literature

Turkish Americans are people of Turkish descent who live in the United States. Turkish American literature refers to the body of literary works written by people of Turkish ancestry who are residing in the United States of America. Turkish American literature seeks to reimagine Turkey as a multicultural and diverse space. The Turkish Empire's diversity is portrayed in Turkish American textbooks as an indisputable proof of the nation's inherent capacity for tolerance of diversity and multiculturalism. It also engages with the disputed legacy of the Ottoman Empire. Furthermore, it invokes the revitalization of the Islamic identity of Turkey, while looking at the Ottoman Empire's legacy as the key for unlocking multicultural future. This book explores all the important aspects of Turkish American literature in the present day scenario. It aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of study on this body of literature.

Author: Madalyn Gilmore
Publisher: Clanrye International
Published: 09/26/2023
Pages: 279
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.69d
ISBN13: 9781647266318
ISBN10: 1647266319
BISAC Categories:
- Literary Criticism | American | Asian American & Pacific Islander
- Literary Collections | American | General