Canadian History For Dummies

This new edition of Canadian History For Dummies takes readers on a thrilling ride through Canadian history, from indigenous native cultures and early French and British settlements through Paul Martin''s shaky minority government. This timely update features all the latest, up-to-the-minute findings in historical and archeological research. In his trademark irreverent style, Will Ferguson celebrates Canada''s double-gold in hockey at the 2002 Olympics, investigates Jean Chrétien''s decision not to participate in the war in Iraq, and dissects the recent sponsorship scandal.