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edition:Hardcover
also available: Paperback
category: History
published: Sep 2004
ISBN:9781553650461
publisher: Douglas & McIntyre

Canada

An Illustrated History

by Derek Hayes

tagged: historical geography, atlases
Description

A visually spectacular saga of the events, people and experiences that shaped the nation and the Canadian psyche.

 

This innovative, superbly produced book is much more than the story of Canada. Besides addressing all the expected themes -- from the early days of exploration and settlement through the building of a nation to Canada's contribution to the two world wars -- it reveals many lesser-known facets of Canadian history. From horrific disasters like the Halifax Explosion to popular trends like the bicycle craze, this stunningly designed book covers both the "official" aspects of history and the phenomena, such as immigration and the baby boom, that had an impact on almost everyone.

 

People make history come alive. From fur traders to politicians, air aces to refugee slaves, Canada: An Illustrated History, tells their stories. The lively and informative text is complemented by a wonderful selection of images including more than 200 photographs, 50 paintings and drawings and 35 historic maps -- 440 illustrations in all.

About the Author
Derek Hayes is a renowned historian and the author of multiple books, including the bestselling Historical Atlas of the Pacific Northwest. Trained as a geographer at the University of Hull in England and the University of British Columbia, he worked for a time as a planner with the Vancouver City Planning Department and was also a columnist for Fine Books & Collections magazine for several years. He lives in White Rock, BC.

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