Description
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThere are relatively few reference works on this country's history, so this sturdily bound book is essential for those special collections that focus on Africa or the Indian Ocean region. The item under review is also suitable for the reference collections of academic and large public libraries. * American Reference Books Annual *
...comprehensive, well-organized and nicely written... * International Journal of African Historical Studies, vol. 39 no. 3 (2006) *
A useful contribution...Up-to-date wide-ranging studies. * African Research and Documentation *
This resource for students, travelers, and general readers provides quick access to basic information on the country of Madagascar from its earliest settlements to the present day. Hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries cover significant people, places, and events, as well as various economic, social, and cultural topics. Supplemental materials include a chronology, maps, and descriptions of the major political parties active since independence. * Reference and Research Book News *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Editor's Foreword Part 2 Acknowledgments Part 3 Reader's Notes Part 4 Acronyms and Abbreviations Part 5 Maps Part 6 Chronology Part 7 Introduction Part 8 THE DICTIONARY Part 9 Appendix A: Monarchs of the Merina Empire, 1787-1896 Part 10 Appendix B: French Colonial Governors, 1895-1960 Part 11 Appendix C: Heads of State of Independent Madagascar, 1960-2004 Part 12 Bibliography Part 13 About the Authors
