Description
Book SynopsisGhana, the former British West African colony of the Cold Coast, is known for its rich agricultural, mineral, and petroleum resources. Ghana has made tremendous strides in all areas of life and has become the gateway to West Africa, if not all of Africa, observers now cite the country’s achievement of economic recovery, political stability, and democratized governance as an example worthy of emulation by other African countries.
Historical Dictionary of Ghana, Fifth Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 900 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as aspects of the country’s politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Ghana.
Table of ContentsPreface
Maps
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Chronology
Introduction
THE DICTIONARY
Appendix
Bibliography
About the Author
