| Historical Dictionary of Namibia Contributor(s): Tonchi, Victor L. (Author), Lindeke, William A. (Author), Grotpeter, John J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0810853981 ISBN-13: 9780810853980 Publisher: Scarecrow Press OUR PRICE: $202.95 Product Type: Hardcover Published: August 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Africa - South - General - History | Africa - South - Republic Of South Africa - Reference | Dictionaries |
| Dewey: 968.810 |
| LCCN: 2012011476 |
| Series: Historical Dictionaries of Africa |
| Physical Information: 1.8" H x 5.9" W x 9.1" (2.20 lbs) 584 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Southern Africa |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: On March 21, 1990, Sam Nujoma was sworn in as the first president of independent Namibia. This ceremony marked the end of a struggle that lasted more than two decades and a period of colonialism that lasted more than a century. Finally, after decades long wars over grazing in the 19th century, genocidal colonial suppression by Germany at the beginning of the 20th century, repressive apartheid racialism throughout the 20th century, and a prolonged armed liberation struggle, Namibians had the chance to choose their own leaders, develop a democratic political process in a free society, and to bring economic development and greater equity to their country. The Historical Dictionary of Namibia covers the history of Namibia through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has several hundred cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Namibia. |