Montreal, Quebec

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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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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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Jefferson Davis in Montreal

From: Montreal, City of Secrets

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This chapter focuses on the settlement of Jefferson Davis and his family in Montreal. ; 6 $0.60 Add
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Karma

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

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This chapter discusses the aftermath of Vito Rizzuto’s death. ; 11 $1.10 Add
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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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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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The Reactive Customer

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter looks at Hydro-Quebec’s customers and their perception of H-Q. ; 18 $1.80 Add
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Montreal’s Revival (1994…)

From: The History of Montréal

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Montreal came alive again at the turn of the twenty-first century; the city developed in terms of population, economics, culture, and geographical distribution. The economy picked up and growth … 12 $1.20 Add
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The Bug

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

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This chapter discusses surveillance of Scoppa. ; 23 $2.30 Add
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Visible from Space

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter looks at Hydro-Quebec, criticisms, and environmental concerns. ; 17 $1.70 Add
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Conclusion

From: The History of Montréal

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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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Not in My Backyard

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter explores Hydro-Quebec’s management of community relations and social acceptability for its projects. ; 14 $1.40 Add
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The Tour des Canadiens

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

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This chapter recounts Scoppa’s arrest and the circumstances surrounding it. ; 7 $0.70 Add
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Masters in their Own House

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter explores Hydro-Quebec’s relationships with Quebec’s Indigenous communities (such as Quebec’s Cree, Inuit, and Innu communities), and the history of these relations. ; 19 $1.90 Add
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The Future of Montreal and 2nd-rank Cities

Section 4: Cities as a Dynamic Economy

From: Cities Matter

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Chapter 15 reflects on the future of the city of Montreal, exploring topics including the history of Montreal, Jacobs’ opinion on Montreal, comparison to Boston, the challenges of being a … 24 $2.40 Add