The Day Of Sir John Macdonald A Chronicle Of The First Prime Minister Of The Dominion (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354590337)

A crisp, intimate chronicle of a nation in formation. The Day Of Sir John Macdonald brings readers into the mind and measures of Canada's first prime minister, a figure whose leadership helped shape a federation and a polity still felt in today's political landscape. This is more than a biography; it is a chronicle narrative that mingles political history with intimate portraits of decision, pressure, and ambition. Joseph Pope's portrayal sits at the intersection of Victorian Canada and late nineteenth century statecraft, offering a clear lens on early Canadian politics through the lens of leadership, policy, and the forging of federal institutions. The book serves as both historical biography and library reference guide, inviting history students, scholars, and curious readers to explore the formative era of the Canadian federation. Significance is innate: a window into how portraits of statesmanship were formed, and how public life, private motive, and archival memory intersected to craft a national story. For casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike, this volume presents a refined, accessible doorway into a pivotal period. Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. A timeless addition to any bookshelf of historical biography, political history, and colonial Canada biographies.

Author: Joseph Pope
ISBN-10: 9354590330
ISBN-13: 9789354590337
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 06/08/2021
Pages: 94
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d