J. M. Bumsted
Now in a new fourth edition, this concise volume covers the whole of Canadian history from pre-contact times to the present, integrating social, cultural, political, and economic history into a coherent and compelling narrative. New to the fourth edition is additional coverage of
multiculturalism, immigration, and racism, as well as women and work in the twenty-first century. Many new historical images have been added throughout to support the already robust photo and image program, engaging the reader and drawing them into each time period discussed. Engrossing, thorough,
and timely, J.M. Bumsted's narrative provides a comprehensive look at this country's fascinating history.
Publisher's Preface
Introduction: Understanding History
1. The Beginnings
2. Struggling for a Continent, 1627-1758
3. Becoming and Remaining British, 1759-1815
4. Relying on Resources, 1815-1840
5. Becoming a Nation, 1840-1867
6. Expanding the Nation,
1867-1885
7. Becoming Modern, 1885-1914
8. Two Wars and a Depression, 1914-1945
9. Prospering Together, 1945-1960
10. Edging Towards the Abyss, 1958-1972
11. Coming Apart, 1972-1992
12. Freefalling into the Twenty-first Century, 1992-2001
13. From 9/11 to G20
Epilogue
References
Index
Instructor's Manual:
Chapter Summaries
Lecture Suggestions
Discussion Questions
List of Key People, Places, and Terms
Lists of Research Topics and Sources
Lists of Further Reading
Test Generator:
600 Multiple Choice Questions
Over 120 True/False
Questions
Over 120 Short Answer Questions
Over 35 Essay Questions
PowerPoint Slides:
Fully Updated from the Previous Edition!
Student Study Guide:
Chapter Summaries
Learning Objectives
Self-grading Quizzes with Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions
Further Reading and Web Links
Study and Research Tips
Sample Mid-Term Exam
Sample Final Exam
Interviews with Historians
Image Bank. Images, figures, and tables from the book.
Online Primary Source Library. Features 60 canonical and lesser-known primary sources from
both Pre- and Post-Confederation, which include poetry, songs, and letters. Each source is accompanied by an introduction offering students a contextual and social perspective.
Visual History Online. Students will learn what visual history is and why it is important. Online units correspond to
each chapter and feature images with explanations along with questions for reflection.
For over 25 years, John M. (Jack) Bumsted taught at the University of Manitoba's department of history. Before his arrival on the Prairies he taught at both Simon Fraser University and McMaster University. His research specialties are many, including the history of Prince Edward Island,
Manitoba, and cultural history. Prof. Bumsted is also the author of the new editions of The Peoples of Canada.
Rethinking Canada - Edited by Mona Gleason, Tamara Myers and Adele Perry
Home, Work, and Play - Edited by James Opp and John C. Walsh
Writing History - William Kelleher Storey and Towser Jones
The Peoples of Canada - J. M. Bumsted
The Peoples of Canada - J. M. Bumsted
Interpreting Canada's Past - J.M. Bumsted, Len Kuffert and Michel Ducharme
Interpreting Canada's Past - Edited by J. M. Bumsted and Len Kuffert
A Concise History of Canada's First Nations - Olive Patricia Dickason and William Newbigging
Canada's First Nations - Olive Dickason and David T. McNab
Native Peoples - Edited by R. Bruce Morrison and C. Roderick Wilson
Writing History - William Kelleher Storey and Towser Jones
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