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Meld je aan bij LibraryThing om erachter te komen of je dit boek goed zult vinden. Op dit moment geen Discussie gesprekken over dit boek. Interesting but commentary on Dieppe misleading based on current studies. ( ) Ferguson's light, slightly sarcastic tone makes this book a perfect primer for Canadian history. I especially liked the way the multiple sociopolitical forces that shaped the country are outlined right from the start and very clearly designed throughout the text. I would have liked a few more pointers to extra reading material, though, as many events are quite rapidly covered. Also, more and better maps would definitely help, especially for readers unfamiliar with Canadian geography. Still reading it, but very, very good. The author does make the terrible mistake of mentioning that Columbus was thinking that the world was round as a way of getting to India faster. I cannot wait for this myth to die out! No one, I repeat, no one, unless you lived in a cave, thought that the world was flat in the 15th century. This myth that Columbus was trying to prove the world was round is an 18th century invention, and it is too bad that it is halfways included in what is an otherwise excellent book. A funny and informative book. Will Ferguson really helps keep the book interesting and put a Canadian citizens perspective on some of the historic events. I realize now how little I really knew about Canadian history and plan to do some more research on some events. I wish more information was give on how to get more information of certain subjects. geen besprekingen | voeg een bespreking toe
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A wild ride through Canadian history, fully revised and updated! This new edition of Canadian History For Dummies takes readers on a thrilling ride through Canadian history, from indigenous native cultures and early French and British settlements through Paul Martin's shaky minority government. This timely update features all the latest, up-to-the-minute findings in historical and archeological research. In his trademark irreverent style, Will Ferguson celebrates Canada's double-gold in hockey at the 2002 Olympics, investigates Jean Chrétien's decision not to participate in the war in Iraq, and dissects the recent sponsorship scandal. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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