The Complete Idiot's Guide To Canadian History

From the Back Cover Rediscovering Canadian history doesn¿t have to be a chore! You may read the newspaper every day, always catch the evening news, and even have time to write an occasional letter to your Member of Parliament. But whenever you try to remember the basics of Canadian history, does your mind go blank? Perfect for those new to Canada as well as Canadians who require a refresher course, The Complete Idiot¿s Guide to Canadian History presents everything you need to know about this country¿s past – and makes it fun, fascinating, and memorable. Relive the fur trade, the War of 1812, and other historical events. In this guide you¿ll find: An engrossed account of our country¿s saga. Biographical sketches that bring historical figures to life. Key statistics, memorable sayings, highlights, and buzzwords from every era. Pop/cultural extras such as what the swingin¿ sixties meant to Canadians. About the Author About the Author Ann Douglas is a journalist with over 500 published articles to her credit. She holds an honours B.A. in History from the University of Toronto. She lives in Ontario with her husband and her three children.