Libya in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Libyan Cultural Orientation: Geography, History, Economy, Security, Tripoli, Benghazi, Gaddafi, Qadhafi, Tuareg, Fezzan, Al-Khufrah, Sanusi, Pariah State

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Author: Progressive Management ISBN: 9781311862075
Publisher: Progressive Management Publication: October 16, 2015
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: Progressive Management
ISBN: 9781311862075
Publisher: Progressive Management
Publication: October 16, 2015
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

This is a professionally-formatted, free flowing ebook reproduction of unique, up-to-date guides produced by the Department of Defense that provide comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Libya, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.

CHAPTER 1: PROFILE * Geography * Tripolitania (Western Region) * Fezzan * Cyrenaica * Climate * Bodies of Water * Major Cities * Tripoli * Benghazi * Misratah * Sabha * Al-Khufrah * History * Early History * Ottoman Rule * Italian Colonization * Independence * Qadhafi's Libya * Qadhafi's Overthrow * Government * Media * Economy * Ethnic Groups * Languages * CHAPTER 2: RELIGION * Islam * Islamic Sects * The Quran * Religion and Government * Religion in Daily Life * Religion and Gender * Religious Holidays * Al-Hijra (New Year's Day) * Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday) * Ramadan * Eid al-Fitr * Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) * Places of Worship * CHAPTER 3: TRADITIONS * Honor and Values * Greetings * Male-Female Interaction * Hospitality and Gift-Giving * Food and Eating Habits * Dress Codes * Social Events * Weddings * Funerals * Non-Religious Holidays and Festivals * National Holidays * Festivals * Dos and Don'ts * CHAPTER 4: URBAN LIFE * Urbanization Issues * Work Problems in Urban Areas * Healthcare * Education * Restaurants and Dining * Marketplace and Street Vendors * Transportation * Street Crime and Solicitation * CHAPTER 5: RURAL LIFE * Tribal Distribution * Land Distribution * Rural Economy * Transportation and Lodging * Healthcare * Education * Different Regions and Ways of Life * Road Checkpoints * Land Mines * CHAPTER 6: FAMILY LIFE * Typical Household and Family Structure * Gender Relations within the Family * Family and Peer Relationships * Children and Adolescents * The Elderly * Marriage & Divorce * Marriage * Divorce * Naming Conventions * CHAPTER 1: GEOGRAPHY * Geographical Divisions and Topographical Features * Tripolitania (Western Region) * Fezzan * Cyrenaica * Climate * Bodies of Water * Major Cities * Tripoli * Benghazi * Misratah * Tobruk * Sabha * Al Khufrah Oasis * Environmental Issues * Natural Hazards * CHAPTER 2: HISTORY * Early History and Peoples * Berbers * Phoenicians * Garamantes * Ancient Empires * Carthage * The Greeks * Romans * Vandals and Byzantines * Muslim Dynasties * The Ottoman Era * The Sanusi Brotherhood * The Italian Colonial Era * World War II * Independent Libya (United Kingdom of Libya) * Revolution * Consolidation of Power * The Pariah State * Fall of Qadhafi * Recent Developments * CHAPTER 3: ECONOMY * Agriculture * Industry * Energy and Natural Resources * Trade and Transportation * Tourism * Banking and Finance * Standard of Living * Employment * Public vs. Private Sector * Outlook * CHAPTER 4: SOCIETY * Ethnic Groups * Languages * Religion * Gender Issues * Cuisine * Traditional Dress * The Arts * Dance and Music * Sports and Recreation * CHAPTER 5: SECURITY * U.S.-Libyan Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Egypt * Sudan * Chad * Niger * Algeria * Tunisia * Europe * Police (Internal Security) * Military * Issues Affecting Stability * Internal Conflict and Control * Nearby Unrest * Terrorism (and Organized Crime) * Water Security

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This is a professionally-formatted, free flowing ebook reproduction of unique, up-to-date guides produced by the Department of Defense that provide comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Libya, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.

CHAPTER 1: PROFILE * Geography * Tripolitania (Western Region) * Fezzan * Cyrenaica * Climate * Bodies of Water * Major Cities * Tripoli * Benghazi * Misratah * Sabha * Al-Khufrah * History * Early History * Ottoman Rule * Italian Colonization * Independence * Qadhafi's Libya * Qadhafi's Overthrow * Government * Media * Economy * Ethnic Groups * Languages * CHAPTER 2: RELIGION * Islam * Islamic Sects * The Quran * Religion and Government * Religion in Daily Life * Religion and Gender * Religious Holidays * Al-Hijra (New Year's Day) * Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday) * Ramadan * Eid al-Fitr * Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) * Places of Worship * CHAPTER 3: TRADITIONS * Honor and Values * Greetings * Male-Female Interaction * Hospitality and Gift-Giving * Food and Eating Habits * Dress Codes * Social Events * Weddings * Funerals * Non-Religious Holidays and Festivals * National Holidays * Festivals * Dos and Don'ts * CHAPTER 4: URBAN LIFE * Urbanization Issues * Work Problems in Urban Areas * Healthcare * Education * Restaurants and Dining * Marketplace and Street Vendors * Transportation * Street Crime and Solicitation * CHAPTER 5: RURAL LIFE * Tribal Distribution * Land Distribution * Rural Economy * Transportation and Lodging * Healthcare * Education * Different Regions and Ways of Life * Road Checkpoints * Land Mines * CHAPTER 6: FAMILY LIFE * Typical Household and Family Structure * Gender Relations within the Family * Family and Peer Relationships * Children and Adolescents * The Elderly * Marriage & Divorce * Marriage * Divorce * Naming Conventions * CHAPTER 1: GEOGRAPHY * Geographical Divisions and Topographical Features * Tripolitania (Western Region) * Fezzan * Cyrenaica * Climate * Bodies of Water * Major Cities * Tripoli * Benghazi * Misratah * Tobruk * Sabha * Al Khufrah Oasis * Environmental Issues * Natural Hazards * CHAPTER 2: HISTORY * Early History and Peoples * Berbers * Phoenicians * Garamantes * Ancient Empires * Carthage * The Greeks * Romans * Vandals and Byzantines * Muslim Dynasties * The Ottoman Era * The Sanusi Brotherhood * The Italian Colonial Era * World War II * Independent Libya (United Kingdom of Libya) * Revolution * Consolidation of Power * The Pariah State * Fall of Qadhafi * Recent Developments * CHAPTER 3: ECONOMY * Agriculture * Industry * Energy and Natural Resources * Trade and Transportation * Tourism * Banking and Finance * Standard of Living * Employment * Public vs. Private Sector * Outlook * CHAPTER 4: SOCIETY * Ethnic Groups * Languages * Religion * Gender Issues * Cuisine * Traditional Dress * The Arts * Dance and Music * Sports and Recreation * CHAPTER 5: SECURITY * U.S.-Libyan Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Egypt * Sudan * Chad * Niger * Algeria * Tunisia * Europe * Police (Internal Security) * Military * Issues Affecting Stability * Internal Conflict and Control * Nearby Unrest * Terrorism (and Organized Crime) * Water Security

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