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A Theory of Impossibility Based on the Lockean Tradition undertakes a challenging task: refuting the possibility of Islamic liberalism. Canbegi argues that the Islamic political tradition lacks the Lockean foundation that underpins Western liberalism. According to Canbegi, ‘Islamic liberalism stands only as a juxtaposition of Islam and liberalism; it does not represent something distinct from Islam or liberalism.’ This impossibility, he contends, stems from fundamental differences between the Western and Islamic traditions in their conceptions of natural law. This book warrants attention for two main reasons. First, it boldly challenges the emerging intellectual consensus that supports the compatibility of Islam and liberalism. Second, it transcends practical legal debates by addressing the structural concepts—such as natural law—that define the relationship between these two traditions. -- Gokhan Bacik * Palacky University, Czech Republic *

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Halil Ibrahim Canbegi is dedicated political scientist and scholar specializing in comparative politics, political theology, radicalization, and terrorism. Currently based in Germany, he earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from Middle East Technical University.

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