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Title:
The Story of Isaac Brock
Hero, Defender and Saviour of Upper Canada, 1812
Note: Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Story of Isaac Brock" by Walter R. Nursey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and accomplishments of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, a notable military leader during the War of 1812 and a key figure in defending Upper Canada. It highlights his background, military career, and the context in which he operated, focusing on his pivotal role in shaping Canadian history. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Brock's life, beginning with a description of his home in Guernsey. It details the turbulent history of the Channel Islands, marked by frequent strife and invasions, which fostered a strong spirit of resilience among its inhabitants. The narrative progresses from Brock’s early life, including his athletic pursuits and education, to his ambitions of becoming a soldier, driven by the heroic tales of his ancestors. The text conveys his development from a boy into a determined military leader, establishing the foundation for the significant role he would play in defending Canada against external threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nursey, Walter R., 1847-1927
EBook No.: 18025
Published: Mar 20, 2006
Downloads: 53
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- War of 1812
Subject: Brock, Isaac, Sir, 1769-1812
Subject: Canada -- History -- 1763-1867
LoCC: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Story of Isaac Brock
Hero, Defender and Saviour of Upper Canada, 1812
Note: Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Martin Pettit and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Story of Isaac Brock" by Walter R. Nursey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and accomplishments of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, a notable military leader during the War of 1812 and a key figure in defending Upper Canada. It highlights his background, military career, and the context in which he operated, focusing on his pivotal role in shaping Canadian history. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Brock's life, beginning with a description of his home in Guernsey. It details the turbulent history of the Channel Islands, marked by frequent strife and invasions, which fostered a strong spirit of resilience among its inhabitants. The narrative progresses from Brock’s early life, including his athletic pursuits and education, to his ambitions of becoming a soldier, driven by the heroic tales of his ancestors. The text conveys his development from a boy into a determined military leader, establishing the foundation for the significant role he would play in defending Canada against external threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nursey, Walter R., 1847-1927
EBook No.: 18025
Published: Mar 20, 2006
Downloads: 53
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- War of 1812
Subject: Brock, Isaac, Sir, 1769-1812
Subject: Canada -- History -- 1763-1867
LoCC: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.