Libya is a typical example of a colonial or external creation. This book addresses the emergence and construction of a Libyan nation and nationalism. It charts the rise of nationalism from the colonial era and shows how it developed through an external Libyan diaspora and the influence of Arab nationalism. From 1911, following the Italian occupation, the first nucleus of Libyan nationalism formed through the activities of Libyan exiles. Through experiences, undergone during the periods of exile, new structures of loyalty and solidarity were formed. The new and emerging social groups were largely responsible for creating the associations that ultimately led to the information of political parties at the eve of independence. Exploring the influence of colonial rule and external factors on the creation of the state and national identity, this study non only provides a clear outline of how Libya was shaped through its borders and boundaries but also underlines the strong influence that Eastern Arab nationalism had on Libyan nationalism.

The Origins of the Libyan Nation. Colonial legacy, exile and the emergence of a new nation-state

BALDINETTI, Anna
2010

Abstract

Libya is a typical example of a colonial or external creation. This book addresses the emergence and construction of a Libyan nation and nationalism. It charts the rise of nationalism from the colonial era and shows how it developed through an external Libyan diaspora and the influence of Arab nationalism. From 1911, following the Italian occupation, the first nucleus of Libyan nationalism formed through the activities of Libyan exiles. Through experiences, undergone during the periods of exile, new structures of loyalty and solidarity were formed. The new and emerging social groups were largely responsible for creating the associations that ultimately led to the information of political parties at the eve of independence. Exploring the influence of colonial rule and external factors on the creation of the state and national identity, this study non only provides a clear outline of how Libya was shaped through its borders and boundaries but also underlines the strong influence that Eastern Arab nationalism had on Libyan nationalism.
2010
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