Description
This lecture focuses on two different stages of Muslim immigration to Germany. The first stage was at the end of the 19th century as a result of the wars between Europe and the Ottomans. It examines issues of integration into Western society and retaining traditions and symbols of the home society. The second stage was after the World War II which witnessed a rise in the number of Muslims living in Germany for a number of reasons, both social and political. Many came to work, study, or as entrepreneurs. The author also dis cusses the relations that have developed between the Muslim immigrants on different levels with German society.
