The History of Sri Lanka
ISBN: 9780313332050
出版社: Greenwood Pub Group
出版年: 2006-8
页数: 248
定价: $ 50.85
装帧: HRD
内容简介
Sri Lanka has a population of approximately 19 million. Despite its diminutive size in comparison to its giant neighbour India, Sri Lanka has a long and complex history. The diversity of its people has led to bitter and continuing ethnic, religious, and political conflicts. The author describes the experiences of the country, from its earliest settlers, to civil war, to its current state, allowing readers to better understand this often misunderstood country. With an emphasis on the 20th century, chapters discuss the economy, religion, culture, and government of Sri Lanka. A timeline outlines key events in Sri Lanka history, as well as biographies of notable people, and a bibliographic essay.