Isbn: 9781528101011 - the quebec act, 1774 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines The Quebec Act of 1774, a crucial piece of legislation that transformed the geopolitical landscape of Canada following the British conquest of 1760. The book delves into the Act's origins, its impact on the relationship between Britain and its Canadian subjects, and its lasting legacy. The Act established French civil law and Roman Catholic hierarchy in Canada, sparking both support and outrage. The book explores the competing interests at play, from the French gentry to the British settlers, illuminating the tensions between religious and civil authority. Through a detailed analysis of petitions, debates, and other primary sources, the author reveals the complex motivations behind the Act and its far-reaching consequences. The book effectively demonstrates how the Quebec Act not only reshaped the legal and religious landscape of Canada but also laid the groundwork for future conflicts and the eventual emergence of a distinct Canadian identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…