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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of the monumental Canadian Pacific Railway, a transcontinental project that played a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of Canada. The author, a renowned historian, offers a detailed account of the construction, financing, and political maneuvering that went into bringing this engineering marvel to life. The book explores the challenges faced by the Canadian government and the private company entrusted with the construction, including the need to secure funding, negotiate land rights, and overcome the daunting terrain of the Canadian Shield and Rocky Mountains. The author sheds light on the complex web of financial arrangements, land grants, and political patronage that made the project possible. Beyond the technical aspects, the book also examines the broader impact of the railway on the development of Western Canada. The author discusses how the railway opened up vast tracts of land for settlement, spurred economic growth, and fostered a sense of national unity. The book underscores the railway's significance as a symbol of Canada's ambition and its pivotal role in transforming the country into a major economic and political force. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259425304_0
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