Canadian Society in the Twenty-First Century, Third Edition
A Historical Sociological Approach
- Publisher
- Canadian Scholars' Press Inc.
- Initial publish date
- Jul 2015
- Category
- General, General
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Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9781551307350
- Publish Date
- Jul 2015
- List Price
- $74.95
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Description
Pedagogically rich, this new edition examines Canada’s growth and development in a socio-historical framework and encourages students to consider some of the tough questions Canadian citizens are likely to face in adjusting to the demands and challenges of life in the twenty-first century. Trevor W. Harrison and John W. Friesen investigate economic, political, cultural, and ideological perspectives through three main relationships: Quebec and Canada, Canada and the United States, and Canada and the Aboriginal Nations. Exploring the unique character of modern Canadian society, this is a vibrant introductory text for sociology courses on Canadian society, as well as undergraduate courses in Canadian studies and Canadian history.
About the authors
Trevor W. Harrison is Professor of Sociology at the University of Lethbridge and Director of Parkland Institute. Frank Gay (1920–1982) was a personal friend of the author’s parents; an unforgettable character who once sold Trevor’s dad a National steel guitar that remains in the family.
Trevor W. Harrison's profile page
John W. Friesen, PhD, DMin, is a professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Calgary, where he conducts research in Aboriginal education and teacher training. An ordained clergyman with the All Native Circle Conference of the United Church of Canada, he has authored or co-authored more than 50 books.
Editorial Reviews
"An understanding of Canadian society requires a critical analysis informed by history, political economy, and the dynamic process through which we ‘imagine’ our national identities. Harrison and Friesen provide exactly this."
— Graham Cook, Sociology Department, Capilano University
"The quality of scholarship, the breadth of coverage, the strength of analysis, and the clear writing make this text ideal for helping students learn about the complexity of Canadian society."
— Richard Nimijean, School of Canadian Studies, Carleton University
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