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

D. B. Read (Autor)

D. B. Read (Herausgeber)

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

Infos

D. B. Read's "The Lieutenant-Governors of Upper Canada and Ontario, 1792-1899" offers an exhaustive examination of the political and administrative figures who served as the connecting links between the Crown and the provinces in North America during a transformative era. This meticulously researched work employs a rich narrative style, intertwining biography and historiography to showcase the dynamics of power, governance, and identity in Upper Canada and Ontario. Read navigates through historical texts, archival materials, and official documents, presenting a complex tapestry of leadership and regional influence, framed within the broader context of colonial history and evolving Canadian nationalism. D.B. Read, a historian with a profound interest in Canadian political structures, draws upon extensive academic training and field research that has deepened his understanding of the intricacies of governance in colonial contexts. His scholarly pursuits emphasize the importance of regional leaders in shaping political narratives, reflecting a broader fascination with how local figures impact national identity. This expertise undoubtedly informs his nuanced portrayal of the lieutenant-governors, as he meticulously contextualizes their roles within the colonial governance framework. This compelling work is essential reading for historians, students, and enthusiasts of Canadian political history. Read's immersion in the minutiae of provincial governance over a century empowers readers to appreciate the complexities of leadership and its implications for contemporary Canada. For those invested in understanding the evolution of governance in Ontario, this book undeniably stands as a definitive resource, uncovering layers of historical significance.

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 • 19th century politics • British colonial administration • British Empire influence • Canada • Canadiana • Canadian History • canadian history books • Canadian political biographies • Canadian political history • colonial administration • colonial government • colonial Upper Canada • detailed footnotes references • government evolution Ontario • government officials • Governorship roles • historical analysis Canada • historical figures • History • Lieutenant-Governor roles • Lieutenant-Governors • lieutenant governors history • Non-fiction • Ontario • Ontario historical figures • political biography • political contributions governors • Political power • political scholars resource • pre-Confederation Canada • Provincial government Ontario • scholarly historical research • Upper Canada governance