Isbn: 9781331545521 - the family compact: a chronicle of the rebellion in upper canada (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the political struggles that shaped Upper Canada's journey to a form of responsible government, leading up to the Rebellion of 1837 and its aftermath. The author provides a detailed examination of the Family Compact, a powerful governing clique that wielded control over the province during this period. Through a series of well-researched chapters, the book delves into the ideological and political clashes between the Compact and its various opponents, including influential figures such as Robert Gourlay, William Lyon Mackenzie, and Marshall Spring Bidwell. It explores the complex motivations, alliances, and grievances that drove the conflict and ultimately led to the outbreak of armed rebellion. By shedding light on this pivotal era, this book offers a valuable contribution to the understanding of the political evolution of Upper Canada and the complexities of governance in colonial societies. 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.…