A rich, anecdotal memoir that adds a personal dimension to the major events in recent Quebec history
From the 1980 referendum to the Oka crisis, the author played a critical role in the defining events of Quebec's recent history. This work offers a look at his life and career. It describes his notorious cases, including his defence of Dr Ewen Cameron against claims by patients that they had been brainwashed in experiments funded by the CIA.
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"Alex Paterson is committed to his community, loyal to his friends, and a tireless worker for many causes. I am happy to have his memoir on my bookshelf. " Warren Allmand, liberal member of Parliament, 1966-97 "Alex Paterson stands apart as one of the unsung heroes who led civic institutions in Quebec and Canada through the tensions and transitions of the last forty years. His story is inspiring and an enduring chapter in our history." David Johnston, president, University of Waterloo
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A rich, anecdotal memoir that adds a personal dimension to the major events in recent Quebec history

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ISBN
9780773529885
Publisert
2005-09-22
Utgiver
Vendor
McGill-Queen's University Press
Vekt
490 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
224

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Alex K. Paterson is co-chair, McGill Institute for the Study of Canada. He was chancellor of Bishop's University from 1995-2004 and chairman of the Board of McGill from 1990-1994. He is an officer of the Order of Canada and the Order of Quebec.