Historical Dictionary of Somalia (Historical Dictionaries of Africa)

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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Intended Audience
Adults
Narrative Type
Nonfiction
ISBN
9780810843448
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Scarecrow Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0810843447
ISBN-13
9780810843448
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2271505

Product Key Features

Edition
2
Book Title
Historical Dictionary of Somalia
Number of Pages
400 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Reference, Africa / General, Africa / East
Publication Year
2003
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
History
Author
Mohamed Haji Mukhtar
Book Series
Historical Dictionaries of Africa Ser.
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
23.2 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2002-010300
Reviews
Entries are very lengthy, detailed, and readable. Appendixes list all members of government by post from 1956 to 1991, named political factions, and the membership of the 1969 Supreme Revolutionary Council. Perhaps the most valuable adjunct to the dictionary is the lengthy multilingual bibliography, covering general works, politics, history, society, science, and economy and culture. Libraries holding the earlier edition will want to acquire this solid contribution to African studies resources., "Entries are very lengthy, detailed, and readable. Appendixes list all members of government by post from 1956 to 1991, named political factions, and the membership of the 1969 Supreme Revolutionary Council. Perhaps the most valuable adjunct to the dictionary is the lengthy multilingual bibliography, covering general works, politics, history, society, science, and economy and culture. Libraries holding the earlier edition will want to acquire this solid contribution to African studies resources." -- American Reference Books Annual
Dewey Edition
21
Series Volume Number
87
Dewey Decimal
967.73/003
Table Of Content
Chapter 1 Series Editor's Foreword Chapter 2 Acknowledgments Chapter 3 Reader's Notes Chapter 4 Abbreviations and Acronyms Chapter 5 Maps Chapter 6 Chronology Chapter 7 Introduction Chapter 8 THE DICTIONARY Chapter 9 Appendix 1: Members of the Government from 1956 to 1991 Chapter 10 Appendix 2: Political Factions Chapter 11 Appendix 3: Members of the Supreme Revolutionary Council (SRC), 1969 Chapter 12 Bibliography Chapter 13 About the Author
Synopsis
Despite advances in modern communication and the proliferation of information, there remain areas of the world about which little is known. One such place is Somalia. The informed public is aware of a political meltdown and consequent chaos there, but few comprehend the causes of this tragic crisis. This new edition covers Somalia's origin, history, culture, and language, as well as current economic and political issues. The alphabetical arrangement of this Dictionary, with a complete chronology, list of acronyms, and in-depth bibliography provide useful information about the country in a convenient format. A vital addition to reference collections supporting undergraduate and graduate programs on Africa and the Middle East, international relations, and economics- a useful fact-filled compendium for government and public libraries, NGO's, and other special libraries, The volume will cover all aspects of Somalia, providing useful information about the country in a comprehensive manner. The book also reflects on the contributions of the Somali sources on history and culture. Arabic sources and other non-English colonial sources of great importance to the subject are also highlighted. A vital addition to reference collections supporting undergraduate and graduate programs on Africa and the Middle East, international relations, and economics_and a useful fact-filled compendium for governement and public libraries, NGO's, and other special libraries as well.
LC Classification Number
DT401.2.M85 2002

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