| Historical Dictionary of Nepal Contributor(s): Shrestha, Nanda R. (Author), Bhattarai, Keshav (Author) |
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ISBN: 1442277696 ISBN-13: 9781442277694 Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers OUR PRICE: $160.38 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Asia - India & South Asia - Reference | Dictionaries |
| Dewey: 954.960 |
| LCCN: 2016035269 |
| Series: Historical Dictionaries of Asia, Oceania, and the Middle Eas |
| Physical Information: 1.7" H x 6.2" W x 9.1" (2.15 lbs) 530 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Asian - Cultural Region - Indian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Nepal is a living example of contrasts and contradictions.It is a country that was born in medieval times, grew up in the 16th century, and now finds itself engulfed in the high-tech gadgets and material marvels of the 21st century. Nepal has its share of problem which include inadequate economic development and social infrastructure, poverty and corruption, plus worsening pollution, but now it finally has relative peace and quiet after a hasty Maoist uprising. Indeed, it has passed through several democratic elections, and finally seems to be getting on the right track. This second edition of Historical Dictionary of Nepal contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 700 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Nepal. |