Historical dictionary of the Gambia
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Historical dictionary of the Gambia
（Historical dictionaries of Africa）
Rowman & Littlefield, c2016
5th ed
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 465-558)
Description and Table of Contents
Description
When The Gambia achieved its independence from Great Britain on 18 February 1965, as mainland Africa's smallest state, its future seemed uncertain. It retained this status for nearly 30 years, An attempted coup d'etat in July 1981 was put down, but, ironically, when other African states were returning to democratic government, Gambian democracy finally succumbed to a military coup on 22 July 1994. While civilian rule was restored in 1996, full democracy was not and a number of subsequent presidential and parliamentary elections have been far from free and fair, while The Gambia's human rights record has been very poor since 1994.
This fifth edition of Historical Dictionary of The Gambia contains a chronology, an introduction, 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 access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about The Gambia.
Table of Contents
Editor's Foreword
Preface
Reader's Note
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Chronology
Introduction
The Dictionary
Bibliography
About the Author
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