Special Dossier Introduction: revisiting the history of Islam in Turkey through novel approaches

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the historical evolution of Islam in Turkey using innovative perspectives.
• Literature review of historical texts
• Analysis of contemporary narratives
• Comparative cultural approaches
• Identified new interpretations of Islamic history in Turkey
• Highlighted the influence of cultural contexts on these interpretations
• Revealed diverse narratives shaping the understanding of Islam in Turkey