Identity and political participation among young british muslims 2015
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
Asma Mustafa ; foreword by Anthony Heath.
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
[S.l.]
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Palgrave Macmillan, cop.
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2015
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
1 vol. (XVI-218 p.) ; 22 cm
CONTENTS NOTE
Text of Note
1. Setting the Scene 2. Theorising Identity 3. Identity Typology 4. Impetus for Engagement 5. Political Participation 6. Politically Engaged and Ready for Action 7. Borderline and Contextual Engagement 8. Out of Favour and Other Unpopular Activities 9. Concluding Words
SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
Text of Note
This book tackles unanswered questions on British Muslims and political participation: What makes religion a salient 'political' identity for young Muslims (over any other identity)? How do young British Muslims identify themselves and how does it relate to their political engagement? A fascinating insight into the lives of young British Muslims.
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Identity (Psychology) -- Great Britain -- Religious aspects -- Islam.
Muslim youth -- Political activity -- Great Britain.