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Colleagues and Friends Talk About the Trudeau They Knew

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Pierre Trudeau was one of Canada's most iconic prime ministers. He served two terms in office, from 1968 to 1979 and from 1980 to 1984. During his time in office, he introduced a number of important reforms, including the Official Languages Act and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. He also played a key role in the patriation of the Canadian constitution.

Trudeau was a complex and controversial figure. He was a brilliant intellectual and a charismatic leader, but he was also known for his arrogance and his temper. He was a man of great contradictions, but he was also a man of great passion and conviction.

Pierre: Colleagues and Friends Talk about the Trudeau They Knew

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Print length	:	397 pages

In this book, colleagues and friends talk about the Trudeau they knew. They share their memories of his brilliance, his wit, and his flaws. They also talk about his legacy, and how his ideas continue to shape Canadian politics today.

Quotes from the Book

"Pierre Trudeau was a visionary leader who changed the face of Canada." - Jean Chrétien, former Prime Minister of Canada
"Trudeau was a brilliant intellectual who could see the big picture." - Margaret Atwood, author
"He was a man of great contradictions, but he was also a man of great passion and conviction." - Joe Clark, former Prime Minister of Canada
"Trudeau was a complex and controversial figure, but he was also one of the most influential prime ministers in Canadian history." - Michael Ignatieff, former leader of the Liberal Party of Canada

Reviews

“This book is a fascinating and revealing look at one of Canada's most iconic prime ministers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history or politics.” - The Globe and Mail

“Trudeau was a complex and fascinating figure, and this book does a great job of capturing his many contradictions. It is a valuable contribution to the literature on Canadian history.” - The Toronto Star

“This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the legacy of Pierre Trudeau. It is a well-written and informative account of his life and career.” - The National Post

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