The Property Law that Shattered Tripoli

This 2024 PhD thesis by Almabrok Alakhal investigates the evolution of urban identity in historical Libyan cities, using Tripoli as a primary case study. The research explores how globalization, mass migration, and shifting socio-cultural values have transformed the traditional Arabic-Islamic urban fabric. By analyzing legal systems, economic factors, and resident perspectives, the author identifies the root causes of urban decay and the loss of architectural heritage. The source provides a holistic framework intended to assist urban planners and architects in balancing modern development with the preservation of cultural character. Ultimately, the work contributes a unique non-Western perspective to the academic discourse on urban transformation and social cohesion.