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Mercury Series

The Mercury Series, launched by the Canadian Museum of History in 1972, transformed academic publishing with its rapid dissemination of research in archaeology, ethnology, and history. Led by James F. Pendergast, the series prioritized speed over traditional peer review, offering numerous color-coded volumes. Evolving with technology, it now provides full-color, high-resolution publications in print and electronic formats, boasting over 540 volumes and contributions from Indigenous authors. This series stands as a prestigious and adaptable collection, ensuring widespread access to cultural and historical knowledge.

The Mercury Series, launched by the Canadian Museum of History in 1972, transformed academic publishing with its rapid dissemination of research in archaeology, ethnology, and history. Led by James F. Pendergast, the series prioritized speed over traditional peer review, offering numerous color-coded volumes. Evolving with technology, it now provides full-color, high-resolution publications in print and electronic formats, boasting over 540 volumes and contributions from Indigenous authors. This series stands as a prestigious and adaptable collection, ensuring widespread access to cultural and historical knowledge.