Being Bedouin Around Petra

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Exploring the complexities of identity, this book delves into the paradox faced by the Bedouin people of Petra, who were displaced due to UNESCO's heritage designation yet recognized for their rich oral traditions. It examines the implications of their resettlement amidst competing narratives of tourism, heritage preservation, and cultural revival. The work questions what it means to be Bedouin in a changing landscape where historical claims intersect with modern influences, shedding light on the tensions between cultural heritage and contemporary realities.