Historical Dictionary of Refugee and Disaster Relief Organizations
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Description
For those who want to know more about organizations that provide assistance to refugees and disaster relief victims, the Dictionary is an ideal staring point. The timeline traces the history of refugee movements and disasters during the twentieth century. The introduction, taking a broader view, outlines the tumultuous history of refugee movements and disasters from early times to the present day while discussing the complications, challenges and coping strategies of the international community. The dictionary provides A-Z entries on both natural and man-made disasters, intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations, basic concepts, and people who have played a notable role. Also included is an extensive list of acronyms and abbreviations to sort out the various organizations. The bibliography directs readers to a plethora of books, articles, and government documents on the same topic.
A must for the reference collection--community colleges, college, university and large public libraries.
Product details
| Published | 17 May 2000 |
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| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 2nd |
| Extent | 416 |
| ISBN | 9781461716426 |
| Imprint | Scarecrow Press |
| Series | Historical Dictionaries of International Organizations |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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Strongly recommended for anyone with a practical interest in this matter.
1st Ed., Orbis
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...superbly well-crafted book that provides important information on a timeless topic. It goes far in helping us sort out the agencies and organizations responding to perennial refugee and disaster relief crises.
1st Ed., Booklist
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Researchers, practitioners and librarians will find this a convenient reference tool.
1st Ed., Book Reviews
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...excellent historical introduction....Highly recommended.
1st Ed., Choice Reviews
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Useful at all levels.
Choice Reviews
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...should be in all public libraries that have an interest in disaster relief and refugee organizations.
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