Libya
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
Geography
Climate and Seasons
The People
A Brief History
Government and Politics
The Economy
Key Dates in Libyan History
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Islam
Arab Nationalism
Attitudes to Government
Attitudes to the West
Attitudes to the Arab World
Attitudes to Africa and Africans
Attitudes to Women
Work Ethic
Chapter 03 FESTIVALS & TRADITIONS
National Holidays
Religious Festivals
Family Celebrations
Local Festivals
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
Socializing with Libyans
Learning Arabic
Making Conversation
Chapter 05 DAILY LIFE
The Family
Libyans at Home
Growing Up in Libya
The World of Work
The Position of Women
Love and Marriage
Shopping
Low and Order
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
Food and Drink
Entertainment
Musicand Dance
Literature
Sports
Sightseeing
World Heritage Sites in Libya
Chapter 07 TRAVEL, HEALTH, & SAFETY
Before You Go
Arriving in Libya
Money
Traveling Around
Where to Stay
Health
Safety
Photography, and Other Advice
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
The Business Climate
PotentiolPitfalls
Personal Relationships Are Vital
Business Etiquette
The Language of Business
Dealing with the Government
First Approaches
Meetings
The Art of Negotiation
Women in Business
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
The Importance of Arabic
The Arabic Alphabet
Other Languages of Libya
Face-to-Face
The Media
Telecommunications
Conclusion
Appendices
Understanding Signs in Arabic
Useful Arabic Words and Phrases
Libyan Poetry
Places
People
Exercises