Historical Dictionary of Zambia

Zambia is a nation with a long record of peace, constitutionalism, democracy, and nationhood, but faces challenges such as ethnic confrontation and economic record. The Historical Dictionary of Zambia, Fourth Edition is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the country.

Format: Hardback
Length: 626 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Zambia, a nation renowned for its enduring peace, has a rich history of constitutional rule and has recently become a more competitive democracy. However, peace, constitutionalism, democracy, and nationhood continue to face numerous challenges, as evidenced by the resurgence of ethnic confrontation during the 2006 elections. Additionally, Zambia's economic record and prospects are less favorable, with per capita incomes lower than they were at the time of independence. The Historical Dictionary of Zambia, Fourth Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of the country's history, including a chronology, introduction, and extensive bibliography. The dictionary section contains over 1,000 cross-referenced entries on prominent figures and various aspects of Zambia's politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This valuable resource is essential for students, researchers, and anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of Zambia.

Weight: 1048g
Dimension: 236 x 157 x 41 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538146019
Edition number: Fourth Edition