Archive for September, 2011

Welcome to Oxford University Press Canada!

Monday, September 12th, 2011

An introduction to the Canadian branch of Oxford University Press.

The Fraser

Monday, September 12th, 2011

Pierre Berton called Bruce Hutchison a great influence on his writing. He was a political commentator, but also an advocate of nature. This republication from the Oxford backlist - which has made a statement on popular life and culture in Canada - is a gem. The Fraser is Hutchinson at his best.

The Sense of Sociability

Monday, September 12th, 2011

Mainstream audiences will enjoy this study in the world we live in and how the ideas we’ve derived by sociology offer insights into how we can help society work and interact better. Tepperman’s book offers enlightenment into how humans can help shape a more humane world.

concise history of Canada’s first nations

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Olive Dickinson, Order of Canada recipient, offers a definitive history of Canada’s native peoples, in this fascinating book. Widely used in Universities and Colleges it’s also popular with general readers. New edtion is also a Concise History to enjoy.

A History of Canadian Culture

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

A look at varied and dynamic history of Canadian culture. Part of the teaching faculty at University of Western Ontario, author Jonathan Vance discusses how Canadian culture has been shaped and evolved. Paperback edition to be released as well.