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Book SynopsisThis third edition of Historical Dictionary of Paraguay covers its history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1000 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture.
Trade ReviewIt is explained that many aspects of this tumultuous history have not yet been adequately studied, so that even now interpretations of the most important events are strongly contested. Although the book is inevitably dominated by politics, the author has devoted due coverage to economic, social and cultural life, with which he is well acquainted. . . .In spite of the title of the series, its volumes usually give a great deal of attention to the events and personalities of recent years, and this is no exception. * s *
Table of ContentsForeword by, Jon Woronoff Preface Acronyms and Abbreviations Maps General Map Administrative Departments Provincia Gigante de las Indias Chronology Introduction THE DICTIONARY Appendixes Appendix 1: Colonial Governors of Paraguay Appendix 2: Presidents of Paraguay Appendix 3: Mayors of Asunción Appendix 4: United States Ambassadors to Paraguay Appendix 5: Place Name Changes Bibliography About the Author
