Peter Cundill wished to recognize and promote literary and academic achievement in history. In 2008, he established the Cundill Prize in History at McGill University (Cundill Prize) to be offered each year by McGill University to an individual, of any nationality and from any country, who has published a book determined to have had (or likely to have) a profound literary, social and academic impact in the area of history.
The University will grant one Grand Prize of US$75,000 and two 'Recognition of Excellence' Prizes of US$10,000 each. The recipients of the Prizes will be selected by an independent jury of at least five internationally distinguished and qualified individuals selected by the University. Jury members will be allowed to serve up to two years.
In order to be eligible, the author will have published a book in English (or a book that has been translated to English) in the area of history. The book (original or translation) must have been published within the following dates: June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012.
Timeline for 2012
| April 1, 2012 |
Beginning of Book Submissions (only publishers may submit titles) |
| May 31, 2012 |
Deadline for Book Submissions |
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Long-List Announced - date to be determined |
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Short-List Announced - date to be determined |
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Cundill Prize Awards Ceremony (Montreal) - date to be determined |
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Cundill Prize Lecture (Sergio Luzzatto) - date to be determined |
The McGill Institute for the Study of Canada (MISC) is pleased to be assisting the Dean of Arts in the administration of the Cundill Prize and in History at McGill University.