Cet auteur s'est profondément immergé dans l'étude de l'histoire et de la Révolution françaises, partageant ses perspectives à travers des publications savantes. Sa carrière universitaire a englobé des postes d'enseignement dans plusieurs universités, et il a joué un rôle déterminant dans la réforme des structures de l'enseignement supérieur. Ses recherches et ses écrits approfondis se concentrent sur l'histoire française, contribuant à une compréhension profonde de cette époque cruciale. Il a également été un pionnier dans les initiatives éducatives en ligne, rendant son expertise accessible à un public plus large.
Running Unconscious is the first collection of poetry by Toronto poet and poetry promoter Peter McPhee. 'Never Trust a Polar Bear in Shades,' 'Leaning against a lamppost at the corner of King and Diversity,' and, of course, 'Why the Stegosaurus is my favourite dinosaur' – Running Unconscious assembles all the McPhee classics in one goodlookin' volume.
Facing violence in Glasgow, Paul's family relocates to Winnipeg in search of safety and a fresh start. This upheaval challenges Paul to adapt to a new environment while grappling with the trauma of his past. As he navigates the complexities of fitting into a different culture and making new friends, he discovers resilience and the importance of community in overcoming adversity.
The story revolves around Emily and her friends as they intervene when a stranger is bullied by a gang. Although Emily moves on from the incident, the young man she helped develops an obsession with her, leading to unexpected consequences. This dynamic explores themes of kindness, the impact of our actions on others, and the complexities of human relationships.
Haunted by guilt over his sister Meghan's disappearance, fourteen-year-old Kyle embarks on a desperate journey to find her. As he navigates the challenges of his search, Kyle grapples with his feelings of responsibility and the complexities of their sibling relationship. His quest not only reveals the depths of his love for Meghan but also forces him to confront his own fears and insecurities along the way.
Chronicles the life and times of the French Revolutionary figure, looking at little known aspects, including his nervousness, lust for power, and role in "the Terror."
In this general introduction to the history of the French Revolution, the author provides a guide to the vast historiography of the French Revolution and tackles the main questions that have preoccupied historians of revolutionary France in the decade after 1789.
"The French Revolution has fascinated, perplexed and inspired for more than two centuries. It was a seismic event that radically transformed France and sent shock waves across the world. In this provocative new history, Peter McPhee draws on a lifetime's study of eighteenth-century France and Europe to create an entirely fresh account of the world's first great modern revolution: its origins, drama, complexity and significance. Was the Revolution a major turning point in French--even world--history, or was it instead a protracted period of violent upheaval and warfare that wrecked millions of lives? McPhee evaluates the Revolution within a genuinely global context: Europe, the Atlantic region, and even farther. He acknowledges the key revolutionary events that unfolded in Paris, yet also uncovers the varying experiences of French citizens outside the gates of the city: the provincial men and women whose daily lives were altered (or not) by developments in the capital. Enhanced with evocative stories of those who struggled to cope in unpredictable times, McPhee's deeply researched book investigates the changing personal, social and cultural world of the eighteenth century. His startling conclusions redefine and illuminate both the experience and the legacy of France's transformative age of revolution."--Dust jacket