The Adaptation Process of a Resettled Community to the Newly-Built Environment A Study of the Nubian Experience in Egypt

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The book explores the Nubian resettlement experience following the creation of Lake Nasser, which submerged their traditional homes along the Nile. It highlights the drastic lifestyle changes faced by the Nubians as they transitioned from spacious villages to compact, state-built houses that disrupted their social structures and privacy. The study employs an interdisciplinary approach, analyzing theoretical, historical, and empirical data to evaluate how these communities adapted to their new environment and the effectiveness of top-down planning in addressing their socio-cultural and economic needs.