Feature: What’s the Deal With the Cedars of Lebanon?
Presenter: Eric Elton
Delivered: DC on August 14, 2016
Lebanese cedar trees have one of the longest written histories in works of fiction and historical accounts. In this afikra feature, Eric Elton discusses the basic life-traits of the tree species, their cultural and mythological significance, their value and utility, and the outlook for their future.
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Delivered and prepared by afikra Community members, the presentation’s goal is to showcase the presenter’s curiosity and research, and share some knowledge on a topic related to the Arab world’s histories and cultures. The presentation is the culmination of the afikra coaching process to help identify a topic, find research, and develop the presentation. afikra presentations come in two forms, a long question-driven afikra Feature, and a short afikra FWD with the purpose of sharing something interesting.
