This collection of biographies, part of the National Biography of Finland, highlights significant individuals who have made important contributions in various areas to the development of Finnish society. Arranged alphabetically, the profiles discuss persons from the Middle Ages to the present, and include in equal numbers those prominent for contributions to society as well as the arts and sciences, thus providing an overview of Finland's human resources and accomplishments over the centuries. The entries are approximately five pages in length, and include b&w portraits. Distributed by ISBS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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