The Lieutenant-Governors of Upper Canada and Ontario, 1792-1899 (eBook)

D. B. Read (Autor)

D. B. Read (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
180 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654718826-1 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Lieutenant-Governors of Upper Canada and Ontario, 1792-1899', D. B. Read meticulously examines the political roles and contributions of the Lieutenant-Governors in Upper Canada and later Ontario over a century-long period. The book is rich in historical details, showcasing Read's extensive research and knowledgeable insight into the evolution of government in Canada. Through a chronological account, Read presents a comprehensive analysis of the Lieutenant-Governors' influence on policy-making and governance, shedding light on their impact on the region's development. The book is structured in a scholarly manner, with detailed footnotes and references, making it a valuable resource for historians and political scholars interested in Canadian governance. D. B. Read's writing style is clear and concise, making the complex historical information accessible to readers. The book serves as a significant contribution to the study of Canadian political history, offering a nuanced perspective on the role of Lieutenant-Governors in shaping the province's identity and governance. 'The Lieutenant-Governors of Upper Canada and Ontario, 1792-1899' is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Canada's political evolution.

Autor

D. B. Read was a historian and author whose work prominently featured an analysis of Canadian political and governmental structures. In his notable work, 'The Lieutenant-Governors of Upper Canada and Ontario, 1792-1899', Read meticulously dissects the roles and the socio-political impact of the lieutenant-governors throughout a crucial period in Canadian history that witnessed the transition from Upper Canada to the province of Ontario. His scholarly approach combines an astute examination of political roles with the broader narrative of Ontario's evolution within the Canadian confederation. Read's literary style is characterized by detailed archival research and a narrative that holds interest for both academic circles and the general public with an interest in Canada's political legacy. His contribution through this formative text demonstrates his command of the subject and an unwavering commitment to illuminating the corridors of early Canadian political history. While his broader bibliography is not extensively documented here, the significance of his contributions to the understanding of Canada's political past are encapsulated within this seminal work, which continues to serve as a reference point for historians, scholars, and enthusiasts of Canadian history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th-century Canadian politics • 19th century Ontario • British colonial administration • British Empire influence • Canada • Canadiana • Canadian History • canadian history books • Canadian political biographies • colonial administration • colonial government • colonial Upper Canada • government officials • Governorship roles • historical figures • History • Lieutenant-Governors • lieutenant governors history • Non-fiction • Ontario • Ontario historical figures • political biography • Political power • pre-Confederation Canada • Provincial government Ontario • Upper Canada governance