出版社：British Columbia Political Studies Association, Atlantic Provinces Political Science Association, Prairie Provinces Political studies Association
摘要：Following Giorgio Agamben’s theory that the decision of the “state of exception” is the fundamental act of sovereignty, this article traces the origin of Canadian sovereignty through a review of the suspension of habeas corpus in Lower Canada to its first autonomous declaration on Canadian soil. This article fills an important gap in the historiography of the Special Council and demonstrates the significance of Governor Colborne’s declaration of martial law in response to the 1837- 38 rebellions in Lower Ca nada. By underlining this genesis -moment of Canadian sovereignty, I offer a critical alternative to traditional narratives of Canadian sovereignty.
关键词：Giorgio Agamben;Canadian History;Sovereignty;State of Exception
其他关键词：Giorgio Agamben;Canadian History;Sovereignty;State of Exception
