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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "The Eighth Earl of Elgin" provides a comprehensive biographical study of James Bruce, one of the most influential colonial administrators of the Victorian era. Written by John Lyle Morison, the work examines the life and public service of a man who played a pivotal role in the expansion and governance of the British Empire during the mid-19th century.The narrative follows Elgin's career through his various high-stakes appointments, most notably his tenure as Governor General of Canada, where he was instrumental in establishing responsible government. The book also delves into his significant and often controversial diplomatic missions to China and Japan, including the events surrounding the Treaty of Tientsin, and concludes with his final service as Viceroy of India. Through meticulous research, Morison portrays Elgin not merely as a bureaucrat, but as a statesman navigating the complex tensions between imperial interests and the move toward local autonomy.This scholarly account is an essential resource for those interested in British imperial history, the development of Canadian democracy, and the intricate dynamics of 19th-century international relations. "The Eighth Earl of Elgin" remains a definitive look at a figure whose legacy helped shape the modern foundations of several commonwealth nations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781025626161
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'The Eighth Earl of Elgin' provides a comprehensive biographical study of James Bruce, one of the most influential colonial administrators of the Victorian era. Written by John Lyle Morison, the work examines the life and public service of a man who played a pivotal role in the expansion and governance of the British Empire during the mid-19th century.The narrative follows Elgin's career through his various high-stakes appointments, most notably his tenure as Governor General of Canada, where he was instrumental in establishing responsible government. The book also delves into his significant and often controversial diplomatic missions to China and Japan, including the events surrounding the Treaty of Tientsin, and concludes with his final service as Viceroy of India. Through meticulous research, Morison portrays Elgin not merely as a bureaucrat, but as a statesman navigating the complex tensions between imperial interests and the move toward local autonomy.This scholarly account is an essential resource for those interested in British imperial history, the development of Canadian democracy, and the intricate dynamics of 19th-century international relations. 'The Eighth Earl of Elgin' remains a definitive look at a figure whose legacy helped shape the modern foundations of several commonwealth nations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781025626161
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