LebanonLebanon has a rich, varied, and at times difficult past. This book examines the key aspects of Lebanon life today, history, geography, economy, environment, language, and lifestyle, and discusses the country s existence in the global community. Full of detailed sidebars, current events, and vivid photographs, this book is sure to entertain and inform any young reader. |
Contents
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History | 20 |
Government | 34 |
Economy | 42 |
Environment | 52 |
Lebanese | 62 |
Lifestyle | 70 |
Food | 122 |
Map | 132 |
Economic Lebanon | 134 |
About the Economy | 135 |
Cultural Lebanon | 136 |
About the Culture | 137 |
Timeline | 138 |
Glossary | 140 |
Religion | 82 |
Language | 90 |
Arts | 96 |
Leisure | 108 |
Festivals | 114 |
For Further Information | 141 |
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Back Cover | 145 |
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