The a to Z of Norway

Informationen zum Autor Jan Sjåvik is associate professor of Scandinavian Studies at the University of Washington, Seattle, where he has been a faculty member since 1978. Klappentext The A to Z of Norway supplies a wealth of information that illuminates Norway's remarkable history, society, and culture. This is done through a chronology, a bibliography, an introductory essay, appendixes, and over 250 cross-referenced dictionary entries covering events and individuals of historical, political, social, and cultural significance. Both past and present political parties are discussed, major economic sectors are described, and basic economic facts are provided. Several entries describe the history and attractions of major Norwegian cities, and Norway's role in the international community is detailed as well providing a full portrait of this vibrant country.

Product details

• Authors: Sjavik, Jan Sjavik, Jan Sjåvik, Jan Sjovik
• Publisher: Rowman and Littlefield
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 16.05.2010
• EAN: 9780810872134
• ISBN: 978-0-8108-7213-4
• No. of pages: 304
• Series: A to Z Guides; The A to Z Guide Series
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories