NOMADS AND NOMADISM IN THE ARID ZONE. THE SEDENTARIZATION OF NOMADS IN THE WESTERN DESERT OF EGYPT

In: International social science journal: ISSJ, Band 11, Heft 4, S. 550-558

Abstract

A brief account of the main projects of sedentarization suggested by the authorities concerned in Egypt, outlining their expected effects upon the econ system & modes of living, & indicating the repercussions they may eventually have on the whole soc structure of the semi-nomadic clans. Apart from the planned projects, there is a marked & growing tendency among these people, esp the younger generation, to abandon the traditional way of life & to settle down. This tendency is generally stimulated by the changing soc conditions. Reactions to the proposed sedentarization projects vary widely, from indifference, reluctance & resentment to the absolute acceptance of them together with the changes which they may be expected to bring about. WAERSA.