The border between Canada and the United States separates political
sovereignties, but not the shared themes of cultural, social, and
economic history that have unfolded since the 18th century.
Transnationalism brings together original works that focus on the shared
histories of the United States and Canada that have over two centuries
created a distinct North American identity and sensibility. Contributors
explore the phenomenon of a North American history and discuss
interactions between Canada and the United States from the eighteenth
century to the present. Specific themes include the First Nations
experience, national and North American identities and culture, social
and economic cooperation, and issues of security and defence.
Transnationalism challenges us to put the border in context order to
better understand the past, present, and future interrelationships
between Canada and the United States.
