The first book documenting the camel branding system in Libya has been published.

Benghazi, June 15, 2025 (LANA) - Dar Al-Waleed Library has published a new book by researcher Muhammad Ali Al-Abdali, titled "The Camel Branding System in Libya: A Study of Economic and Cultural History."

The book, the first of its kind in Libyan libraries, documents one of the most prominent elements of Bedouin visual culture in the country. It addresses branding as symbols laden with social and cultural connotations, reflecting identity and belonging. It also explains the difference between primary and secondary branding, the forms of branding, its names, and its locations on camels, as well as its role in determining ownership within Bedouin society.

The author goes on to analyze the various dimensions of branding, linking them to tribal traditions and beliefs, and tracing their impact on the economic, religious, and political spheres. He also highlights the transformations that have occurred in this system in the modern era and the impact of social and economic variables on its continuity.

The book opens the door to new studies on the visual identity of tribes and invites the exploration of other symbols of popular heritage, such as jewelry, textiles, and tattoos, making it a distinctive scholarly addition to the fields of anthropology and contemporary Libyan studies.

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