A Short History of Quebec - Couverture souple

Dickinson, John Alexander; Young, Brian J.

 
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Synopsis

Designed for anyone who wants a general introduction to Quebec history, this text aims to provide a concise, readable account of the history of Quebec from pre-contact native cultures to the constitutional referendum of 1992.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Written by two of Quebec's most respected historians, "A Short History of Quebec" offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the province from the pre-contact native period to the present-day. John A. Dickinson and Brian Young bring a refreshing perspective to the history of Quebec, focusing on the social and economic development of the region as well as the identity issues of its diverse peoples.This revised fourth edition covers Quebec's recent political history and includes an updated bibliography and chronology and new illustrations. A Canadian classic, "A Short History of Quebec" now takes into account such issues as the 1995 referendum, recent ideological shifts and societal changes, considers Quebec's place in North America in the light of NAFTA, and offers reflections on the Gerard Bouchard-Charles Taylor Commission on Accommodation and Cultural Differences in 2008. Engagingly written, this expanded and updated fourth edition is an ideal place to learn about the dynamic history of Quebec.

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