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The Great Jewish Migration, 1900–1919

From: History of the Jews in Quebec

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This chapter examines early Eastern European and Jewish immigration to Quebec (and specifically Montreal), the reasons why Jewish immigrants to Canada were concentrated in Montreal, … 49 $4.90 Add
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The Heart of an Empire

From: The History of Montréal

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For close to a century, Montreal was the beating heart of a commercial and political empire that covered a large portion of North America. This chapter explores this aspect of Montreal’s … 10 $1.00 Add
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“The Little Jew of Trois-Rivières”: Secrets to Success

From: The First Jews in North America

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This chapter explores early Jewish settlement in North America, and the history leading up to it. The stories of Jeffery Amherst, Aaron Hart and Levy Andrew Levy (partner of William Trent) are … 28 $2.80 Add
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2. Arthur and Alice

From: Jeannie's Demise

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A Conquest Foretold

From: A People's History of Quebec

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This chapter explores the aftermath of the Treaty of Utrecht, exploring military and economic developments in Canada/Quebec during the 18th century. This chapter covers the 7 Years’ War, … ; 25 $2.50 Add
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A Small French Town (1665-1760)

From: The History of Montréal

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After our brief look at the fur trade and French expansion in North America, time now to return to the town and its development. Montreal’s political and administrative reorganization from … 12 $1.20 Add
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Chapter 3

The Defeated Keep the Faith

From: Quebec in Question

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A brief survey of Quebec social, political and economic history from 1755 to the rebellion of 1837-38. 29 $2.90 Add
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Confederate Couriers

From: Montreal, City of Secrets

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This chapter further explores Confederate presence in Montreal, exploring key figures and activities as seen through the perspective/lens of Confederate courier Josephine Brown … ; 27 $2.70 Add
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Long, Rough Osmosis

A Political History of Nunavik, Part 2

From: Wrestling with Colonialism on Steroids

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In the concluding chapter, Zebedee discusses Quebec separatism, and why Inuit peoples have rejected the separatist movement. 9 $0.90 Add
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New Era for the Laboratory

From: Montreal and the Bomb

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This chapter outlines the evolution of the project, touching on The MAUD Committee, Lew Kowarski’s work on the project, The ZEEP design, chemicals experimentation, the De Gaulle meeting, … 41 $4.10 Add
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PART 1 – Fighting Back

Workplace Activism

From: Through the Mill

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This chapter looks at workplace activism and labour groups, and how women were treated by and excluded from these groups. It looks at the demographics of female workers and intersecting … 32 $3.20 Add
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The Constitution of 1867

From: Rivals for Power: Ottawa and the Provinces

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Detailed description of the sections of the British North America Act that created a union of three colonies and a federal structure with four provinces and a federal government.. 11 $1.10 Add
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The Electric Revolution

From: Charging Ahead

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This chapter situates Hydro-Quebec and its impressive system and evolution in the context of the global electricity industry. It delves more into the history of H-Q and Quebec politics. ; 18 $1.80 Add
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The Hatred of Democracy

From: In Defiance

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How well does democracy work when the issues become polarized? The student debate raises the issues of decision making: out in the open or only at the ballot box? What happens when the media … ; 11 $1.10 Add
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The Interwar Years, 1919–1939

From: History of the Jews in Quebec

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This chapter focuses on the Interwar Years, examining the political climate of the Jewish communities in Montreal, Jews and the USSR, Montreal Jews and Zionism, relations and tensions with … 57 $5.70 Add
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3. The Preliminary Hearing

From: Jeannie's Demise

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