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Historical Dictionary of Burkina Faso (Historical Dictionaries of Africa)
Historical Dictionary of Burkina Faso - Historical Dictionaries of Africa Author:Lawrence Rupley, Lamissa Bangali, Boureima Diamitani Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in the center of West Africa. The country is heavily populated and is one of the world?s 20 poorest countries. Yet for many years the people of Burkina Faso have been remarkable for their resiliency in the face of formidable obstacles and it has developed a strong reputation for its prominence in the advancem... more »ent of African art and culture.
This third edition of Historical Dictionary of Burkina Faso covers its history through a chronology, an introductory essay, maps, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1000 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 Burkina Faso.« less