In a country the size of Colorado one can explore snow-capped mountain peaks, tropical rainforests and coastal beaches. These three continental regions also offer a variety of flora and fauna that are a dream come true to the botanist, zoologist and ornithologist. The famous Galapagos Islands provide an additional living laboratory for the natural scientist. The ethnographer and sociologist will be fascinated by the diversity of Ecuador's people and one could spend a lifetime studying the plethora of distinct ethnic, racial and linguistic groups. Students of economics will find an interesting case study of a mono-cultural economy that uses the U.S. dollar and avoids some of the pitfalls that other Latin American countries suffer from. Ecuador's rich traditions in art, music, literature and architecture are a draw to scholars interested in culture. Ecuador has been described by one author as a "country of contrasts." This is indeed an apt description of Ecuador's geography and peoples. It also partially explains the nation's traditional lack of political cohesion, which has plagued its quest for stability and development. Historical Dictionary of Ecuador contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 800 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Ecuador.

About the Author
George M. Lauderbaugh is Professor of History Emeritus at Jacksonville State University in Alabama. He has been interested in Ecuador since 1962 when he first visited the country. In addition to three previous books on Ecuador he has written articles and reviews for the Latin Americanist and other academic journals. Lauderbaugh is a member of the National Academy of History of Ecuador and the Southeastern Council on Latin American Studies.


Book Information
ISBN 9781538102459
Author George M. Lauderbaugh
Format Hardback
Page Count 372
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 712g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 160mm * 33mm