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Historical dictionary of Nepal

"The Historical Dictionary of Nepal offers a concise account of Nepal's history and political evolution, focusing on the period since the rise of Prithvi Narayan Shah in 1743 and on the developments of the past fifty years. In addition, valuable information is provided on the country's economy, population, social systems, and cultural continuity and change in order to highlight growing Western influence. This resource is a highly informative book for both specialists and nonspecialists interested in Nepal."--Jacket

Print Book, English, 2003
Scarecrow Press, Lanham, Md., 2003