The Art of Nation-Building: Pageantry and Spectacle at Quebec's Tercentenary

by H.V. Nelles

Book Overview

In 1908 Canada celebrated its 300th anniversary - the tercentenary of Champlain's founding of Quebec City. In two glorious weeks of parades, ceremonies, balls, and festivities, Canadians commemorated their history in a spectacle that would not be surpassed until the centennial of 1967. The climax of the 1908 celebration was an historical pageant in which 4000 sumptuously costumed citizens re-enacted classic events in Canada's history. Canada's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802084311
• ISBN13: 9780802084316
• Release Date: December 2000
• Publisher: University of Toronto Press
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.8" x 8.6"