Lebanon a Country Study

Lebanon A Country Study is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth analysis of the history, geography, politics, economy, society, and culture of Lebanon. The book is written by the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress and is intended for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this Middle Eastern country. The book begins with a brief overview of Lebanon's history, from ancient times to the present day. It then delves into the country's geography, including its topography, climate, and natural resources. The next section explores Lebanon's political system, including its government structure, political parties, and foreign relations. The book also provides detailed information on Lebanon's economy, including its major industries, trade partners, and economic challenges. The section on society and culture examines Lebanon's diverse population, including its ethnic and religious groups, as well as its traditions, customs, and arts. Throughout the book, the authors provide insights into the challenges facing Lebanon, including sectarian tensions, political instability, economic inequality, and regional conflicts. They also highlight the country's strengths, including its cultural heritage, entrepreneurial spirit, and strategic location. Overall, Lebanon A Country Study offers a comprehensive and nuanced view of this fascinating country, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its history, culture, and current challenges.Western indulgence with Lebanon ended in February 1984. The bombing of the United States Marines barracks in Beirut on October 23, 1983, with the loss of 241 American lives, and the death of some 59 French peacekeeping troops in a similar blast that day, proved how unstable the reconstruction environment was (see Internal Security and Terrorism, ch. 5). Fighting in the Shuf Mountains during the autumn of 1983 illustrated the difficulty of asserting government control even when occupying forces pulled back. Most of the MNF troops pulled out with the partition of Beirut and the renewed fragmentation of the Lebanese Army, although the French and Italians delayed their departure for humanitarian reasons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.