Oasis and Casbah: Algerian Culture and Personality in Change

By Horace Mitchell Miner

Book Overview

Oasis and Casbah: Algerian Culture and Personality in Change is a book written by Horace Mitchell Miner, an American anthropologist. The book explores the culture and personality of Algerians during the period of political and social change in the 1950s and 1960s. The author draws on his fieldwork in two different regions of Algeria, the oasis and the casbah, to provide a detailed account of the social, economic, and political factors that shaped Algerian society during this period.Miner examines the traditional way of life in the oasis and how it was affected by the introduction of modern technology and the influence of French colonialism. He also explores the cultural and social dynamics of the casbah, the urban center of Algerian life, and how it was affected by the struggle for independence from France.The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Algerian personality and how it was shaped by the country's history, culture, and politics. Miner argues that the Algerian personality is characterized by a deep sense of pride, resilience, and a strong attachment to traditional values.Overall, Oasis and Casbah: Algerian Culture and Personality in Change is a fascinating study of a country in transition and the cultural and social factors that shaped its people during a critical period in its history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Algerian culture, anthropology, and the history of North Africa.Anthropological Papers, Museum Of Anthropology, No. 15.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258390604
• ISBN13: 9781258390600
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"