Includes bibliographical references and index.

Toward a theory of hegemonic politics -- Islamization in Turkey as constitution of hegemony -- Vicissitudes of integral political society -- The making and unmaking of integral civil society -- The emergence of modern Islamic political society -- Modern Islamic civil society triumphant -- Conclusion : Islamic hegemony in comparative perspective.

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While Islamic politics pose a challenge to capitalism in some parts of the world, they have actually advanced capitalism and democracy in Turkey. This work looks closely at this transition in Turkey, and examines why this shift has not taken place in Egypt and Iran.