Negev Bedouin and Livestock Rearing - Social, Economic and Political Aspects (Hardcover, First)

In the past sheep-rearing was the main means of existence for most Bedouin. Today it is developing in a new direction. For some it is as important as ever, for others it has become only a subsidiary source of income and a safeguard against economic instability. This volume looks at the effects social, political and economic change has had upon the traditional livelihood of the Negev Bedouin. The author considers how, despite all the problems encountered - such as the expropriation of land by the authorities and the demolition of authorized dwellings - sheep-rearing is still considered to be essential and worthwhile for almost all households. Co-operation between the owners of flocks, shepherds, food suppliers and government officials is essential in the determination of grazing areas and pastoral arrangements. These varied interest groups ensure that sheep-rearing continues to occupy an important place in the Bedouin's cultural identity and the flock remains a unifying factor for the Bedouin family and Israeli society.

General

Imprint:	Berg Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Mediterranea
Release date:	April 1994
First published:	1994
Authors:	Aref Abu-Rabia
Dimensions:	216 x 138 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	152
Edition:	First
ISBN-13:	978-0-85496-319-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Indigenous peoples Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Rural communities Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Animal husbandry > General
LSN:	0-85496-319-7
Barcode:	9780854963195

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