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PublisherBloomsbury Publishing

ISBN-100854963197

ISBN-139780854963195

eBay Product ID (ePID)994056

Product Key Features

Book TitleNegev Bedouin and Livestock Rearing : Social, Economic and Political Aspects

Number of Pages152 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year1994

TopicAgriculture / Animal Husbandry, Sociology / General, Economic Conditions

IllustratorYes

GenreTechnology & Engineering, Social Science, Business & Economics

AuthorAref Abu-Rabia

Book SeriesMediterranea Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight12.2 Oz

Item Length8.5 in

Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN92-032092

Dewey Edition20

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Series Volume NumberVol. 1

Dewey Decimal330.956949054089927

Table Of ContentIntroduction The Locality Nomadism and Pastoralim Pastoralim in a Permanent Location The Family Economics

SynopsisIn 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.

LC Classification NumberDS110.N4A23 1994