{"product_id":"9788493840723","title":"Tribes, weapons and oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTribes, Weapons, and Oil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work offers a rigorous and documented analysis of the complexities of democratic nation-building in Libya, a country marked by its history of invasions and conflict. Through the research of Jesús Gil Fuensanta, Alejandro Lorca Corrons, and Ariel José James, the reader will find key information to understand the tribal, military, and economic dynamics that have shaped the Libyan reality. An essential book for those seeking to understand the region's geopolitical challenges from an informed and contextualized perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book delves into the extraordinary difficulties Libya faces in achieving democratic nation-building. The authors analyze how the Italian invasion of 1911-1912 laid the foundations for a fragmented state, where tribal loyalties, control of oil resources, and the proliferation of weapons have been determining factors. Based on abundant sources and detailed analysis, the work provides a clear overview of the historical and contemporary obstacles that prevent the consolidation of a stable and representative political system in this North African country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNation-building and democratization in Libya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImpact of the 1911-1912 Italian invasion on political and social structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTribal dynamics and their influence on state power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGeopolitics of oil and armed conflicts in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical difficulties in creating a unified nation-state\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at students, academics, and professionals in international relations, political science, and contemporary history. It is also of great interest to journalists, analysts, and any reader curious to understand the roots of conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa, as well as the challenges of democratization in post-colonial contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA documented and rigorous analysis of the Libyan reality, based on specialized research.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding the relationship between tribes, natural resources, and military power in the region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEssential historical context for interpreting current conflicts in Libya and their geopolitical impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA critical perspective on nation-building processes in fragile states.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Various Authors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: ALGON EDITORES, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: ALGON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 232 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an essential reference work for those who wish to delve into the study of Libya as a paradigmatic case of the difficulties of democratization in contexts marked by colonial legacy, tribal divisions, and an abundance of strategic resources. Its multidisciplinary approach and documentary basis make it a valuable tool for both specialists and readers interested in contemporary geopolitics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALGON EDITORES,S L","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407705563483,"sku":"9788493840723","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849384072.jpg?v=1781858613","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788493840723","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}