The third edition of A History of the Canadian Peoples is a skillful condensation of the acclaimed two-volume history by J. M. Bumsted. In a single volume, it covers the whole of Canadian history from pre-contact times to the present, integrating social, cultural, political, and economic history into a coherent overarching narrative. Features: ·Provides broad coverage of the political, economic, and social history of the peoples of Canada ·Sidebars offer fascinating perspectives on the experiences of early explorers, settlers, ordinary citizens, and politicians, as well as more in-depth portraits of leading figures ·Adds a new chapter on Canada after 9/11