{"product_id":"2940152414974","title":"Morocco in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Moroccan Cultural Orientation: Geography, History, Economy, Security, Casablanca, Marrakech, Tangier, Berber Kingdoms, Umayyads, King Mohammed VI","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a professionally-formatted, free flowing ebook reproduction of unique, up-to-date guides produced by the Department of Defense that provide comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Morocco, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCHAPTER 1: GEOGRAPHY * Geographic and Topographical Divisions * Mountains * The Plains * The Desert Southeast * Climate * Rivers and Lakes * Cities * Casablanca (Dar al-Baida) * Rabat * Fes * Marrakech * Tangier * Environmental Concerns * Natural Hazards * CHAPTER 2: HISTORY * Early History * Morocco Through the Roman Era * The Post-Roman Era * The Early Islamic Dynasties * The Umayyads: Arab Control * The Idrisid Dynasty: Linked to the Prophet * The Almoravid and Almohad Dynasties: Berber Kingdoms * The Marinids: Secular Berbers * The Sharifian Dynasties * The Saadians * The Alaouite Dynasty: Links to the Prophet Again * Onset of Colonial Rule * French and Spanish Morocco * World War II and Independence * Modern Morocco * King Mohammed V and King Hassan II: Steps to Democracy * King Mohammed VI: The Reformer King * CHAPTER 3: ECONOMY * Agriculture * Industry and Manufacturing * Mining * Textiles * Emerging Industries * Energy * Natural Resources * Trade * Tourism * Banking and Finance * Standard of Living * Employment Trends * Outlook * CHAPTER 4: SOCIETY * Ethnic Groups and Languages * Berbers (Imazighen) and Tamashek * Arabic and Arabs * Jewish Community * Sahrawi * Religion * Cuisine * Traditional Dress * Gender Issues * Arts * Music * Film * Al-Halqa * Folk Culture and Folklore * Sports and Recreation * CHAPTER 5: SECURITY * United States-Morocco Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Algeria * Mauritania * Spain * France * Military and Law Enforcement * Army * Air Force * Navy * Issues Affecting Stability * Terrorist Groups and Activity * The Moroccan Islamic Combatant Group * Western Sahara * Poverty * Drug Trafficking * Human Trafficking * Water Security * Outlook * FINAL ASSESSMENT * CHAPTER 1: PROFILE * Geography * Area * Topography * Rivers * Climate * Major Cities * Casablanca (Dar al-Bai'da) * Rabat * Fes * Marrakech * Tangier * History * Early History * Arab and Berber Dynasties * The Rise of European Powers in Morocco * Moroccan Independence and Spanish Sahara * Morocco and Western Sahara: 21st Century * Government * Media * Economy * Ethnic Groups and Languages * Berbers * Arabs * Sahrawi * Jews * CHAPTER 2: RELIGION * Overview of Major Religions * Islam * Tenets and Spread * Moroccan Islam * Christianity and Judaism * Role of Religion in Government * Influence of Religion on Daily Life * Religious Conventions and Gender Roles * Religious Events * Ramadan * Moussems * Religious Holidays * Eid al-Fitr (Eid al-Sagheer) * Eid al-Adha (Eid al-Kabeer) * Al-Hijra or Muharram * Mawlid al-Nabi. Ashora * Buildings of Worship * Mosques * Murabitin * Behavior in Places of Worship * CHAPTER 3: TRADITIONS * Honor and Shame * Codes of Politeness * Greetings * Hospitality and Gift-Giving * Gender Roles and Interactions * Dining Etiquette * Cuisine and Eating Patterns * Dress Codes * Headgear * General Rules of Dress * Social Events * National Holidays * Festivals and Celebrations * Dos and Don'ts * CHAPTER 4: URBAN LIFE * Urbanization Issues * Work Problems in Urban Areas * Health Issues * Education and Schools in Cities * Restaurants * Marketplaces and Money * Markets * Bargaining * Money and Credit Cards * Urban Traffic and Transportation * Rental Cars * Taxis * Trains * Buses * Street Crime and Safety * Dealing with Street Vendors and Beggars * CHAPTER 5: RURAL LIFE * Tribal Distribution and Settlements * Land Distribution and Ownership * Rural Economy and Livelihood * Rural Transportation Issues\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Progressive Management","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47074191769840,"sku":"2940152414974","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940152414974_p0.jpg?v=1764020384","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940152414974","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}