Canada: An Illustrated History: An Illustrated History

By Derek Hayes

Book Overview

From the early days of exploration and settlement through the building of a nation to Canada's contribution to the two world wars, this illustrated history of Canada conveys the drama and scope of the nation's past. Through accessible commentary and a wealth of images, readers discover well-known and lesser-known facets of Canadian history, including the story of Canada's first newspaper, the Halifax Gazette; the many railways (besides the Canadian Pacific) that connected people and places; the Canadian bridge that collapsed not once, but twice; and horrific disasters like the Halifax Explosion. He also illuminates the people--the famous, the infamous, and the less well known--from fur traders to politicians, air aces to refugee slaves.From famous images of the country to unknown views of everyday life, here is a visual experience every Canadian can enjoy. More than 440 illustrations accompany the text, including 200 photographs, 50-plus paintings and drawings (many by Canadian artists) and 35 historic maps, as well as posters, stamps, cartoons, stained glass and tapestries.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1771621206
• ISBN13: 9781771621205
• Release Date: April 2017
• Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 3.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.4" x 11.8"