Rene Levesque
 

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  • Series: Amazing Stories
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 8 November 2005
  • Copyright Year: 2005
  • ISBN: 9781554390588
  • Page Count: 144
  • Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"

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Rene Levesque

The Fascinating Life of a Separatist Icon

by Megan Durnford

Politician René Lévesque made Quebec separatism a reality. The Parti Québécois thrived because of his passion. In an era when some preferred to use firebombs to get their point across, Lévesque wanted Quebeckers to vote on separation. But in May 1980, the people of Quebec voted a resounding "no." For Lévesque, it was the end of a dream.

A shrewd politician, René Lévesque made Quebec separatism a reality. The Parti Québécois thrived because of his passion, integrity, and considerable charm. It has been said that when he spoke to someone, he gave the feeling that he or she was the most important person in the world. In an era when some preferred to use firebombs to get their point across, Lévesque wanted Quebeckers to vote on separation. But in May 1980, the people of Quebec voted a resounding "no." For Lévesque, it was the end of a dream.

About the Author

Megan Durnford is a freelance writer based in Montreal. Her articles have been published in magazines and newspapers across the country. For more than a decade, Megan has also worked on multimedia projects about scientific and historical topics.

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BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Political, HISTORY / Canada / General

Subjects

Canadian History, Canadian History: Political

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