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Historical dictionary of Benin / Samuel Decalo

This dictionary outlines the historical, social, and political evolution of Benin, covering its transition from military rule to a multi-party democracy. It includes biographical entries on key figures and a comprehensive multilingual bibliography of relevant literature.

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