The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volume 3 (of 4)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dent, John Charles, 1841-1888

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volume 3 (of 4)" by John Charles Dent is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume features a collection of biographical sketches of notable figures in Canadian history, focusing primarily on their contributions to the development of the Dominion and its governance. The text serves as a tribute to individuals such as Lord Dufferin and other significant political and religious leaders, shedding light on their legacies and impact on Canadian society. The opening of the work introduces Lord Dufferin, emphasizing his exceptional popularity and effectiveness as a Governor-General of Canada. It highlights his ability to connect with various socio-political groups, his advocacy for important reforms surrounding land tenure, and his philanthropic dedication during the Irish famine. The narrative showcases his diplomatic missions and significant writing contributions while foreshadowing the praise he garnered throughout his tenure in Canada. As it unfolds, the biography hints at Dufferin's complex character, blending admiration with anecdotal evidence of his political maneuvers and social interactions, offering a compelling glimpse into the life of one of Canada's distinguished historical figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Marcia Brooks, Donna M. Ritchey and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-03-21