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Ethnic Groups of Europe: An Encyclopedia. Ed. by Jeffrey E. Cole. Ethnic Groups of the World. Santa Barbara, Calif.: ABC-CLIO, 2011. 442 pages. Acid free $85 (ISBN 978-159884-302-6). Ebook available (978-1-59884-303-3), call for pricing.
The first volume of AB C- CLI O 's fi ve- volume series on the worlds ethnic groups, Ethnic Groups of Europe: An Encyclopedia contains descriptions of 104 ethnic and national groups in Europe. Adopting an inclusive definition of ethnic group, this work includes indigenous peoples without states (Saami), dispersed minorities (Roma), distinctive regional populations (Bretons), and nationalities (Danes). Excluded are populations not considered ethnically (San Marinians) or linguistically (Bavarians) distinct.
To be included in this work, according to the "Methodology" section, ethnic groups have to have both a historic homeland and a continued presence in Europe, and have a minimum population of 20,000. This latter criterion allows for adherence to publisher guidelines for approximately one hundred entries.
The twelve- ? age "Introduction" discusses ethnicity, nationalities, and nation-states in the context of...