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Legacy : how French Canadians shaped North America / edited by André Pratte and Jonathan Kay.
Traces of the French-Canadians' contribution to North American history can be found in all regions of the continent. They travelled farther than one would expect, exploring the land and a wide variety of fields of human activity (science, arts, economy, etc.). Through their audacity, their courage and their determination, they shaped Canada - and, to a smaller but still significant extent - the United States. The story of a dozen French-Canadian pioneers, from the era of Nouvelle-France up to the 20th century, in a series of biographical essays written by Canadian personalities and leading authors. Through the lives of these extraordinary persons, the authors reflect on the French-Canadian legacy. They are all convinced that Canada would not be what it is today were it not for these French-speaking Canadians who explored the land, hung on to their culture while respecting that of others, longed for peace, fought with courage, and stood up for a brand of humanism that helped shape the country we live in today.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780771072390 (hardcover) :
- Physical Description: 346 pages : colour portraits ; 25 cm.
- Edition: Hardcover edition.
- Publisher: Toronto : Signal/McClelland & Stewart, 2016.
- Copyright: ©2016
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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| Subject: | Canadians, French-speaking > Biography. Canadians, French-speaking > History. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Legislative Library.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legislative Library, Vaughan Street | FC 132.1 Leg (Text) | 36970100008749 | General Collection | Volume hold | Available | - |
