Historical dictionary of Paraguay / R. Andrew Nickson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Nickson, Andrew, author.

Series:

Historical dictionaries of the Americas

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

History.

Paraguay--History--Dictionaries.

Paraguay.

Genre:

Dictionaries.

History.

Physical Description:

xlix, 713 pages : maps ; 24 cm.

Edition:

Third edition.

Other Title:

Paraguay

Place of Publication:

Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2015]

Summary:

"Landlocked Paraguay is one of the smaller nations of Latin America, and its global image is now changing rapidly. In the process, the tired stereotype of a "forgotten" country comprising only military dictators, Nazis, and steam trains is being rapidly discarded. No longer "off the map," Paraguay's unique history is attracting growing interest. This third edition of Historical Dictionary of Paraguay contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section as more than 1000 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, as well as aspects of the country's politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent reference for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Paraguay"--Back cover.

Contents:

Maps

Chronology

Introduction

The dictionary

Appendix 1 : Colonial Governors of Paraguay

Appendix 2 : Presidents of Paraguay

Appendix 3 : Mayors of Asunción

Appendix 4 : United States Ambassadors to Paraguay

Appendix 5 : Place name changes

Bibliography.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 647-712).

ISBN:

9780810878198

0810878194

OCLC:

900159174