Encyclopedia Of National Anthems - Second Edition / compiled and edited by Xing Hang.

The second edition of this book includes anthems that have been adopted or modified since the first edition of 2003. All texts appear in their original languages as well as in translations. Music is provided for each anthem, as well as historical background and information. With a preface, notes and bibliography. Every political entity with non-Latin script now has its original lyrics documented in the book, while English translations have been modified to better express meaning and intent. Flags and maps have been added to the country fact sheets to provide a visual complement to the text. In addition to current sovereign countries, this edition includes in separate sections the anthems of international organizations -- of Kosovo, South Ossetia, and other non-UN states -- and of extinct countries, such as the former Soviet Union and East Germany.

2 volume set; 29 cm.
Boards

Language: English
ISBN: 0810876620
ISBN13: 9780810876620
UPC: 9780810876620