| Abstract: | This book provides basic information in dictionary format about geography and history, about economic and social aspects of life in Guinea, and about important persons, events, institutions and organizations. Included are a general introduction, a list of chronological events, and one of the most complete bibliographies on the country. The books and articles in the bibliography are organized under the following main headings: general - early historical and exploration accounts - historical studies - anthropology, ethnology, sociology - postcolonial politics - economics - education - scientific studies - religion - literature and poetry - linguistics - art and music - tourism - reference and bibliography. |