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Souvenir of Canada,New
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Full of surprises and insights, Souvenir of Canada presents us as we have never seen ourselves before in an irresistible flow of text and image.Douglas Coupland offers new ways of seeing and experiencing Canadalooking at how it feels to be a Canadian right now and speculating what it might feel like in the future. From collective memories, he locates objects like stubbie beer bottles and ookpiks, Kraft dinner and maple walnut ice cream. And with the same unique sensibility, he considers significant events and relevant issues, like the flq crisis, Canada's relationship with the United States, medicare and the landscape itself.In the section humbly titled 'Cheese,' he writes: 'When you assemble them together, foods that feel intuitively Canadian look more like camping trip provisions than actual groceries...Canada is a cold and northern country...from a biological standpoint, it is imperative that Canadians stockpile concentrated forms of sugars, carbohydrates, fats and salt.'The 50 personal categories of the 30,000word text are arranged alphabetically and matched with 100 illustrations (50 in colour)new luscious photos taken by Coupland himself, images of Canadian ephemera and icons, historical photos and pictures from other quite startling sources. Included are photos of cultural installations created by Coupland himself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Souvenir of Canada'? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' explores Canadian identity through a mix of text and images, presenting unique insights into what it means to be Canadian today and in the future.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Souvenir of Canada' is Douglas Coupland, a renowned Canadian author and artist known for his commentary on contemporary culture.
- Q: How many pages does 'Souvenir of Canada' have? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' contains 160 pages, offering a concise yet rich exploration of Canadian culture.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Souvenir of Canada' published? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' was published on March 19, 2004, marking its first edition release.
- Q: What kinds of illustrations are included in the book? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' features 100 illustrations, including 50 color photos taken by the author, historical images, and various Canadian ephemera.
- Q: Is 'Souvenir of Canada' a new or used book? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' is available as a used book in good condition, which may show some signs of wear.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Souvenir of Canada'? A: The title 'Souvenir of Canada' signifies a collection of memories and cultural touchstones that reflect the essence of Canadian identity.
- Q: Are there any specific topics covered in the book? A: 'Souvenir of Canada' covers a range of topics, including Canadian food, historical events like the FLQ crisis, and the relationship with the United States.
- Q: What is the writing style of Douglas Coupland in this book? A: Douglas Coupland's writing style in 'Souvenir of Canada' combines insightful commentary with a creative and engaging narrative, making the text accessible and thought-provoking.