Montreal, Quebec

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Conquered (1760-1800)

Conquered (1760-1800)

From: The History of Montréal

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 This chapter explores the aftermath of the Conquest of 1760, and the experiences of various groups in Montreal. For the people of French origin living in Canada, the Conquest of 1760 had major … 9 $0.90 Add
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Contemporary Success Stories
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Contemporary Success Stories

From: History of the Jews in Quebec

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 This chapter looks at the roots of contemporary Jewish identity in Quebec society. 51 $5.10 Add
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Creating Demand

Creating Demand

From: Charging Ahead

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 This chapter looks at Hydro-Quebec’s strategies to increase local demand and Hydro-Quebec Distribution’s surplus. ; 16 $1.60 Add
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Depression and War (1930-1945)

Depression and War (1930-1945)

From: The History of Montréal

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 From 1930 onwards, Montreal went through a rocky period that would last for some 15 years. The Great Depression nipped the hopes of the previous decade in the bud and plunged the city into a … 12 $1.20 Add
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Difficult Days (1976-1994)

Difficult Days (1976-1994)

From: The History of Montréal

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 In the 1970s, Montreal entered a long period of weak growth and economic restructuring. Dark, gloomy clouds settled over the city. But, in spite of everything, it continued to be renowned around … 12 $1.20 Add
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Diversity Trumps Specialization
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Diversity Trumps Specialization

Section 4: Cities as a Dynamic Economy

From: Cities Matter

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 Chapter 14 explores Jacobs’ theory of diversity as the most important feature for thriving cities and urban economies. The chapter discusses topics including macroeconomics, economic … 8 $0.80 Add
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Do-It-Yourself Power

Do-It-Yourself Power

From: Charging Ahead

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 This chapter examines self-generation of energy, looking at individuals and programs in Quebec that are taking different approaches to energy production and consumption, and how these approaches … ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Family
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Family

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

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 This chapter explores Scoppa’s brother and more mafia history. ; 17 $1.70 Add
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Fireworks (1960-1976)

Fireworks (1960-1976)

From: The History of Montréal

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 This chapter covers important developments during the 60s in Montreal, including in the realms of language, culture, politics, and gender rights. The Swinging Sixties were a particularly lively … 14 $1.40 Add
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Forerunners and Founders, 1627–1900
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Forerunners and Founders, 1627–1900

From: History of the Jews in Quebec

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 This chapter outlines the context for the emergence of a Jewish presence in Quebec; it examines where the Jewish population in Quebec came from, their integration, and the challenge of … 52 $5.20 Add
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Hochelaga

Hochelaga

From: The History of Montréal

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 This chapter looks at the early history of the island of Montreal and its colonization by the French. It looks at the Iroquoian/Indigenous and French perspective on this history. 9 $0.90 Add
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Hydro World

Hydro World

From: Charging Ahead

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 This chapter explores Hydro-Quebec and international energy circles, and the work of Hydro-Quebec International (HQI). ; 10 $1.00 Add
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Introduction
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Introduction

From: History of the Jews in Quebec

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 The introduction lays out the contents of the book and outlines some key topics and concerns in regards to Jewish history in Quebec. 8 $0.80 Add
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Introduction

Introduction

The Future of Electricity

From: Charging Ahead

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Introduction

Introduction

From: Montreal and the Bomb

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 A peek into the diaries of William Lyon Mackenzie King and his thoughts on the atomic bomb. 2 $0.20 Add
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Introduction

Introduction

From: Montreal, City of Secrets

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