ISBN: 9780810829954

The Historical Dictionary of Finland surveys the history of this northern European country, especially its long and complex relationship with Russia which has caused the Finns to adjust t… mais…

The Historical Dictionary of Finland surveys the history of this northern European country, especially its long and complex relationship with Russia which has caused the Finns to adjust their policies to accomodate their large and powerful neighbor. It also details the changing socio-economic and political circumstances responsible for the development of a modern welfare state and emphasizes the countrys key political personalities and parties. Maude also poses questions about the future of Finland in an integrated Europe. Following the dictionary is an extensive selected bibliography of works in English, French, and German, covering subjects as diverse as emigration and Finnish/America, the periods, and economic issues. This historical dictionary will serve as a basic reference source and an essential foundation for further research into this strategically important country. Contains a chronology; lists of acronyms, heads of state, and Finnish and Swedish place names., Gut, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Edition Description: NA, Binding: Hardcover, Publication Date: 1995-10, Language: English, Publication Year: 1995-10, Country of Origin: USA, United States, Manufacturer/Packer/Importer Details: ERGODE, Net Quantity/Number of Units: 1, Dimensions (LxWxH) - Cms: 8.56X1.01X5.7, ISBN-10: 0810829959, ISBN-13: 9780810829954, SKU: SONG0810829959, Scarecrow Press<