Transforming Socio-Natures in Turkey: Landscapes, State and Environmental Movements

This book explores the environmental makings and contested historical trajectories of environmental change in Turkey, using the toolbox of environmental humanities to better understand the country's socio-environmental problems. It will be of interest to students of Turkey and contribute to the larger debates on environmental change and developmentalism in a global populist turn.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 226 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate tapestry of environmental factors and contested historical trajectories that have shaped Turkey's landscape. Despite the recent surge of research on the political economy of environmental change and urban transformation, there has been a glaring gap in adequately addressing Turkey's complex and troubled environments, situated at the crossroads of Europe and the Middle East, as well as navigating the dichotomy between democracy and totalitarianism.

In Transforming Socio-Natures in Turkey, a collective of esteemed scholars employs the diverse tools of environmental humanities to unravel the core political, cultural, and historical determinants of Turkey's socio-environmental challenges. This multidisciplinary approach not only provides a solid foundation for understanding some of the ongoing historical and contemporary debates surrounding the environment in Turkey but also fosters a profound comprehension of the multifaceted perspectives surrounding more-than-human interactions in the country amidst the backdrop of authoritarian populism.

This book holds immense appeal not only to students of Turkey from various social science and humanities disciplines but also contributes significantly to the broader discussions on environmental change and developmentalism within the context of the global resurgence of populism. By exploring the multifaceted dimensions of Turkey's environmental history and contemporary realities, this book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between human societies, nature, and political ideologies.

Weight: 445g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367785741