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Explore the roots of Canada’s autonomy through the Quebec Act of 1774.
This rigorous history explains how a single statute shaped law, governance, and a future path to self-rule. The book traces a pivotal era from the British conquest to the early development of Canadian governance. It weaves together political debate, colonial administration, and the clash of English and French legal traditions to show how legal reforms became a turning point in North American history.
- Discover how early laws and proclamations set the stage for Canada’s post-1760 governance.
- Learn about key figures and their influence on legal and political change.
- Understand the competing visions of British and French communities in a transforming colony.
- See how debates in Parliament reflected and shaped colonial policy.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines The Quebec Act of 1774, a crucial piece of legislation that transformed the geopolitical landscape of Canada following the British conquest of 1760. The book delves into the Act's origins, its impact on the relationship between Britain and its Canadian subjects, and its lasting legacy. The Act established French civil law and Roman Catholic hierarchy in Canada, sparking both support and outrage. The book explores the competing interests at play, from the French gentry to the British settlers, illuminating the tensions between religious and civil authority. Through a detailed analysis of petitions, debates, and other primary sources, the author reveals the complex motivations behind the Act and its far-reaching consequences. The book effectively demonstrates how the Quebec Act not only reshaped the legal and religious landscape of Canada but also laid the groundwork for future conflicts and the eventual emergence of a distinct Canadian identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781528101011_0
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