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Historical dictionary of the Gambia (African historical dictionaries)
Historical dictionary of the Gambia - African historical dictionaries Author:Harry A Gailey The Gambia is an African country that, despite its small size and rather artificial boundaries, has a history of resilience that makes it worthy of greater notice. Arnold Hughes and Harry A. Gailey have answered this demand with an expanded and updated edition of the"Historical Dictionary of The Gambia." Like its two predecessors, this edition l... more »ooks at The Gambia's history from precolonial times to the present. It includes entries on significant persons, places and events, institutions and parties, and various political, economic and social aspects. It provides a longer chronology, a more probing introduction, and expanded and additional entries. An extended bibliography takes into account new scholarship and publications. Reviews of the Previous Editions: "This book serves as an important adjunct to any study about Gambia." --ARBA "[Gailey] is a recognized authority on the Gambia, and the dictionary is a welcome historical reference work on this little-known West African republic. A valuable general reference work which will serve the needs of laymen and specialists alike, and deserves a place in college, university, and larger public libraries." --CHOICE« less