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Regime Change

From: Washington's Long War on Syria

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 Two forces sought to topple the secular Arab nationalists of Ba’athist Syria, each for its own, and separate reasons. Both forces were equally determined to end the influence of secular … 31 $3.10 Add
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Sirte

Touchstone of Imperialism

From: Slouching Towards Sirte

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 In Chapter Two Sirte: Touchstone of Imperialism, Forte examines how Sirte represented a post-colonial Libya, as the seat of the Al-Fateh Revolution and later the focus of international attention … 68 $6.80 Add
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Technical Prowess

From: Charging Ahead

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 This chapter explores Hydro-Quebec’s impressive technical systems. It discusses the laboratory in Varennes (part of the campus of the Hydro-Quebec’s research institute – … ; 18 $1.80 Add
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The Arrival of Aaron Hart: A Dynasty Is Born

From: The First Jews in North America

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 This chapter discusses Aaron Hart’s settlement in Trois-Rivières and some historical and economic context in North American during the 18th century. 22 $2.20 Add
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The Best Strategies for Reducing Social Inequalities in Health

From: Scandinavian Common Sense

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 Social inequalities in health may now be clearly recognized, but this is not true of strategies for reducing them. This chapter describes two pioneering initiatives aimed at reducing social … ; ; 7 $0.70 Add
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The French Empire and the First Metis of the Old Northwest

From: Songs Upon the Rivers

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 This chapter explores Metis history, looking at the history of various Metis communities across North America and the formation of Métis identity. It covers some early French colonial … ; ; 44 $4.40 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 Sister with a Hammer

Part II

From: Storming the Old Boys’ Citadel

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 Part two of Sister with a Hammer focuses on the life of Mother Joseph (born Esther Pariseau) a Catholic nun who is representative of the nameless pioneer women who helped to build nineteenth … ; 29 $2.90 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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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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Accommodation in the Middle Ground

From the Pays d’en Haut to Illinois and Michigan Territory (1670-1818)

From: Songs Upon the Rivers

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 This chapter continues to explore Métis history, looking at the stories of various families and individuals as well as migrations/communities in different parts of North America. ; ; 48 $4.80 Add
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Arctic Research and Publicity, 1883-1885: Articles in Germany and the United States / Life with Inuit and Whalers, 1883-1884: “I am now truly just like a typical Eskimo”

Chapters 3 and 4

From: The Franz Boas Enigma

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 Chapter 3 looks at the leadup to Boas’ trip to the Arctic, exploring how he organized and funded this trip. It also looks at the articles he wrote before his trip and their impact. Chapter … 26 $2.60 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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Discovering America

From: The Einstein File

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 This chapter offers some historical context, discusses some major events in the lives of Einstein and his family, Einstein’s political beliefs and criticisms in both the US and Europe, his … 49 $4.90 Add
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Enter The Cabots

SECTION ONE - From ships’ captains to captains of industry

From: A Distinct Alien Race

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 This chapter tells the story of the renowned Cabot family of Massachusetts and their role in the textile industry in North America. 19 $1.90 Add