{"product_id":"history-of-quebec-for-dummies-paperback","title":"History of Quebec For Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eÉric Bédard\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrasp the unique history of Quebec? Easy.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacking in equal parts fun and facts, \u003ci\u003eHistory of Quebec For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is an engaging and entertaining guide to the history of Canada's second-largest province, covering the conflicts, cultures, ideas, politics, and social changes that have shaped Quebec as we know it today.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"My country isn't a country, it is winter!\" sings the poet Gilles Vigneault . . . Indeed, Quebec is winter, snow, cold, and freezing winds. It is also the majestic river Saint-Laurent and its numerous confluences across America. It is vast, dense forests, countless lakes, magnificent landscapes of Saguenay, Charlevoix, Côte-Nord, or Gaspésie. Quebec is also the \"old capital\" perched on the Cape Diamond facing the sea. It is Montreal, the first French city of North America, the creative and innovative metropolis, junction for different cultures and heart of a nation yearning to belong to the world's history. \u003ci\u003eHistory of Quebec For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e tells Quebec's fascinating story from the early fifteen hundreds to the present, highlighting the culture, language, and traditions of Canada's second-largest province.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eServes as the ideal starting place to learn about Quebec\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers the latest, up-to-the-minute findings in historical research\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplores the conflicts, cultures, ideas, politics, and social changes in Quebec\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLifelong learners and history buffs looking for a fun-yet-factual introduction to the grand scope of Quebec history will find everything they need in \u003ci\u003eHistory of Quebec For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the conflicts, culture, ideas, politics, and social changes that have shaped Quebec\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrace the unique history of the French-Canadian heartland as it happened\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAppreciate Quebec's rich culture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour personal tour guide to the history of Quebec!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom rip-roaring rebellions and conquests to political and economic turbulence, Quebec has seen it all and much more! If you've ever wanted to explore the important events of Canada's most illustrious province, then this fun and informative guide is for you. Brimming with facts, \u003ci\u003eHistory of Quebec For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e takes you on a lively tour of Quebec's past and present, uncovers the fascinating story behind the aboriginal peoples of Quebec, treks through the early years of European explorations, and brings to life the cast of characters, cultures, and traditions that helped shape modern Quebec. With the help of \u003ci\u003eHistory of Quebec For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, you can finally get to grips with all the thrilling facts you may have missed in history class!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet the lowdown on Quebec's first inhabitants -- discover the indigenous tribes that populated Quebec a whopping 12,000 years before the arrival of the Europeans\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrack the early years of French settlement -- find out how Quebec was first discovered in the race for the New World and meet the major players that made it happen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the birth of Canada's largest province -- understand how and why the colony of New France was transformed into Quebec as we know it today\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet familiar with conflicts in Quebec's past -- explore the roots of the independence movement and the issue of sovereignty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelve into modern Quebec -- take a closer look at the political and economic highs and lows of recent decades\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTurning points in Quebec history, past and present\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe effect of European colonization on Quebec politics and culture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInsight into the relationship between French- and English-speaking Canada\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow Quebec became a beacon of French language and culture in North America\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe impact of world events on Quebec\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTen iconic Quebec figures, symbols, and landmarks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eÉric Bédard\u003c\/b\u003e received his PhD from McGill University, and has a degree in international affairs from the Institute of Political Studies in Paris. A professor at the University of Quebec, he is the author of \u003ci\u003eLes Réformistes\u003c\/i\u003e, for which he won the Clio-Quebec award from the Canadian Historical Association.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.82 x 9.18 x 7.42 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 02, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42721365196863,"sku":"9781118440551","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/3f13f1b910341942be34fea45e35b8e9.webp?v=1765092111","url":"https:\/\/dhl-adrianne.myshopify.com\/products\/history-of-quebec-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}