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A History of Canada
Paperback
Publisher Price: $12.99
Publisher: Traffikoo Publishing
Published: Dec 10 2025
Pages: 132
Weight: 0.41
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Embark on a comprehensive journey through the rich and complex tapestry of Canadian history, from its ancient Indigenous roots to its modern, multicultural identity. This compelling narrative begins with the deep histories of the First Peoples, who shaped diverse cultures across the vast land for millennia, setting the stage for the dramatic arrival of European explorers. Follow the enduring influence of the fur trade, the establishment of New France, and the pivotal British Conquest, which profoundly altered the continent's trajectory and laid the groundwork for a unique accommodation between French and British cultures.
Delve into the formative centuries that forged a nation, tracing the arrival of the Loyalists, the defining struggle of the War of 1812, and the widespread calls for reform that culminated in the Rebellions of 1837-1838. Witness the audacious project of Confederation in 1867, a political marvel that united disparate colonies into the Dominion of Canada. Explore the monumental efforts to build a nation from sea to sea, including the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, the ambitious National Policy, and the complex, often tragic, opening of the West through the numbered treaties and the North-West Rebellion.
Journey through the transformative 20th century, from the dynamic Laurier era and Canada's emergence on the world stage in the First World War, through the economic exuberance of the Roaring Twenties and the profound hardship of the Great Depression. Experience the nation's pivotal contributions to the Second World War and the subsequent post-war boom that reshaped society, giving rise to a robust middle class and the expansion of the social safety net. Discover the Quiet Revolution in Quebec, the spirited debate over a new national flag, and the constitutional struggles under Pierre Trudeau that culminated in the patriation of the Constitution and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Finally, navigate the challenges and transformations of contemporary Canada, including the contentious free trade era, the lingering constitutional debates and Quebec referendums, and the country's evolving role in a rapidly changing world. Witness how global events like 9/11 and the 2008 financial crisis tested Canadian resilience, and explore the ongoing journey of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, the societal impact of a global pandemic, and the persistent challenges of climate change and housing affordability. This book offers an insightful and panoramic view of a nation continuously shaped by its geography, its diverse peoples, and its enduring quest for a shared identity.
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