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Book SynopsisChronicling this country's evolution from absolute monarchy in the pre-colonial era up to the semi-democracy of today, this dictionary focuses on the personalities, constitutional dynamics, and major economic developments of the recent Sihanouk, Lon Nol, Pol Pot and Hun Sen administrations.
Trade ReviewSome books are nice to have; others are a must. In the latter category add the recently published Historical Dictionary of Cambodia by Justin Corfield and Laura Summers. Its 560 pages are packed with a wealth of accessible information on most of the key players, both living and dead, who add color and drama to affairs Cambodian. -- Michael Hayes, Editor-In-Chief * Phnom Penh Post *
A special strength of the guide is its extensive biographical coverage, including kings, members of the royal family, ministers, politicians, military figures, colonial administrators, and others; up-to-date biographical information is often difficult to find in available resources. Highly recommended. * CHOICE *
...this book is an excellent academic work. All specialists on Cambodian affairs and all libraries of institutions, which offer courses on Cambodian are highly recommended to own a copy. It is worth more that US $90 indeed. * Journal Of Asian Review *
For those whose job description includes trying to figure out who's who in Cambodia—like journalists, diplomats, NGO chiefs, consultants, international bankers, academics, and parachutists wanna-bees—the book is a must....packed with a wealth of information. * The Gecko, Phnom Pehn Post *
Justin Corfield and Laura Summers have written an extremely useful new reference book, indispensable for scholars of Cambodia but also useful for scholars and students of the region who need to quickly access facts on Cambodian personalities and events. * Journal of Asian Studies *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Editor's Foreword Chapter 2 Acknowledgments Chapter 3 Reader's Notes Chapter 4 List of Acronyms and Abbreviations Chapter 5 Chronology Chapter 6 Introduction Chapter 7 The Dictionary Chapter 8 Bibliography Chapter 9 About the Authors
