Historical Dictionary of Mongolia

Like the former republics of the Soviet Union and the countries of Eastern Europe, Mongolia has been attempting to build a democratic nation from the ashes of a collapsed Communist regime. Unlike these other countries, however, Mongolia's transition has gone on largely unnoticed in the Western press. The "Historical Dictionary of Mongolia" is the first scholarly work to describe and explain these momentous changes as well as correct errors arising from the scarce and suspect information about the country. Written by Alan J. K. Sanders, one of the foremost authorities on Mongolia, this dictionary provides entries on the various Mongol tribes and the Communist period with a focus on the persons, institutions, events, and places important in the new Mongolia. The chronology provides information on the long history of Mongolia stretching back to Genghis Khan. The appendixes include the new constitution and investment law and lists of members of key government and other bodies. With a comprehensive bibliography, lists of acronyms, and a map.