Bangladesh has existed as an independent country only since 1971, but the history of the area contained in the present populous nation-state goes back to earliest times. This new edition of the historical dictionary expands and updates material found in the first edition, covering people, places, events, and social, economic, and international topics concisely and easily. ...a considerable amount of information is condensed into the concise easily-read dictionary entries which give an insight into Bangladesh's historical development and present political system...a useful purchase for a library wishing to provide a handy easy-to-use reference tool on this country. --REFERENCE REVIEWS Praise for the First Edition: ...will be on the shelves and bed tables of every foreigner who travels or works in Bangladesh, and will also be a great help to scholars. --PACIFIC AFFAIRS