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LoC No.: 15018984
Title:
The Day of Sir John Macdonald
A Chronicle of the First Prime Minister of the Dominion
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Day of Sir John Macdonald" by Sir Joseph Pope is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and career of John A. Macdonald, the first Prime Minister of Canada, highlighting his role in shaping the Dominion's early years. Through Macdonald’s journey from his youth in Glasgow to his significant political influence in Canada, the narrative unfolds the foundational events that marked the country’s history. The opening of the work introduces John Alexander Macdonald, detailing his early life, family background, and subsequent migration to Canada. It paints a picture of his formative years in Kingston, Ontario, amidst the backdrop of a developing province grappling with various challenges, including the aftermath of the War of 1812 and the growing dissatisfaction among the populace with the ruling elite. As Macdonald transitions into his legal career and confronts the political climate of the time, he becomes increasingly involved in the political arena, which lays the groundwork for his future as a leading figure in Canadian politics. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his contributions and the tumultuous times he navigated in the formative years of Canada. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Pope, Joseph, Sir, 1854-1926
EBook No.: 30384
Published: Nov 1, 2009
Downloads: 547
Language: English
Subject: Macdonald, John Alexander, Sir, 1815-1891
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 15018984
Title:
The Day of Sir John Macdonald
A Chronicle of the First Prime Minister of the Dominion
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "The Day of Sir John Macdonald" by Sir Joseph Pope is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and career of John A. Macdonald, the first Prime Minister of Canada, highlighting his role in shaping the Dominion's early years. Through Macdonald’s journey from his youth in Glasgow to his significant political influence in Canada, the narrative unfolds the foundational events that marked the country’s history. The opening of the work introduces John Alexander Macdonald, detailing his early life, family background, and subsequent migration to Canada. It paints a picture of his formative years in Kingston, Ontario, amidst the backdrop of a developing province grappling with various challenges, including the aftermath of the War of 1812 and the growing dissatisfaction among the populace with the ruling elite. As Macdonald transitions into his legal career and confronts the political climate of the time, he becomes increasingly involved in the political arena, which lays the groundwork for his future as a leading figure in Canadian politics. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of his contributions and the tumultuous times he navigated in the formative years of Canada. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Pope, Joseph, Sir, 1854-1926
EBook No.: 30384
Published: Nov 1, 2009
Downloads: 547
Language: English
Subject: Macdonald, John Alexander, Sir, 1815-1891
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.