Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan / Edition 160

by Tadeusz Swietochowski, Brian C. Collins

Overview

Provides entries on persons, institutions and events, with some emphasis on recent periods, but with a view of the earliest history. There are other entries on the important aspects of the economy, society, religion and culture. Also useful are an introduction for context, and a helpful chronology. A select bibliography of works in English and other languages completes the volume.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780810835504
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	10/06/1999
Series:	Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East , #31
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	5.64(w) x 8.78(h) x 0.57(d)

About the Author

Tadeusz Swietochowski is a noted scholar of Azerbaijan and a professor at Monmouth University. Brian C. Collins is a graduate of Monmouth University. He is currently the Executive Director of the Cedar Falls Historical Society. Arcadia Press is publishing his book Cedar Falls in its Images of America Series.

Editorial Reviews

The Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan offers compact but thorough coverage of historical periods, events, and significant personalities. In light of the important position Azerbaijan has assumed internationally, this book is a much-needed reference for those interested in this area...The entries are concise and well written and do justice to all aspects of the political and socio-economic history of this area...The Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan is highly recommended for every public and academic library, as well as interested individuals.

MESA Bulletin

The Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan offers compact but thorough coverage of historical periods, events, and significant personalities. In light of the important position Azerbaijan has assumed internationally, this book is a much-needed reference for those interested in this area...The entries are concise and well written and do justice to all aspects of the political and socio-economic history of this area...The Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan is highly recommended for every public and academic library, as well as interested individuals.--MESA Bulletin

From the Publisher

Provides entries on persons, institutions, and events, in addition to economy, culture, and religion, in a country formerly ruled by the USSR. Emphasis is on recent periods, although there are entries on early history as well. An introduction overviews the country's history. Includes a chronology and b&w maps. Swietochowski teaches Middle Eastern history at Monmouth University. Collins is executive director of the Cedar Falls Historical Society. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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