Lord Elgin by John George Bourinot

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Author Bourinot, John George, 1837-1902
Title Lord Elgin
Series Title The Makers of Canada
Note Reading ease score: 35.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Robert Connal, Keith M. Eckrich, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Lord Elgin" by Sir John George Bourinot is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and political career of James Bruce, the eighth earl of Elgin, who served as Governor-General of the Province of Canada during a tumultuous period marked by complex racial and political dynamics. The narrative aims to illuminate Elgin's significant contributions to the establishment of responsible government and the development of Canadian identity amidst the backdrop of colonial tensions. At the start of the work, the author provides an overview of the political landscape in Canada prior to Elgin's governorship, highlighting the challenges posed by diverse factions and the demands for greater representation. The opening chapters recount Elgin's early life, his political philosophies, and his early career leading to his appointment as governor. It emphasizes his qualities that rendered him suitable to navigate the complex socio-political issues he faced, such as racial tensions between English and French Canadians, economic disturbances, and the impact of prior rebellions. Bourinot paints a portrait of Elgin as a diplomat dedicated to fostering harmony and responsible governance, setting the stage for a deeper examination of his policies and their consequences in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F1001: North America local history: Canada
Subject Canada -- History -- 1841-1867
Subject Elgin, James Bruce, Earl of, 1811-1863
Category Text
EBook-No. 13066
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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