Historical Dictionary of Finland

Historical Dictionary of Finland, Third Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 300 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as aspects of the country’s politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture.

Finland was part of Sweden until 1809, it then became a Grand Duchy of the Russian Empire until it declared its independence on December 6, 1917. From these humble beginnings, Finland has emerged as an important player in the European Union and the world.

Historical Dictionary of Finland, Third Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 300 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as aspects of the country’s politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Finland.

Editor’s Foreword Jon Woronoff

Preface and Acknowledgments Titus Hjelm

Alphabetization and Language Note

Finnish and Swedish Place-Names

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Map

Chronology

Introduction

THE DICTIONARY

Appendix A: Heads of State

Appendix B: Heads of Government in Independent Finland—Party of the Prime Minister and Parties in the Government

Bibliography

About the Authors