Publisher's Synopsis
A Popular History of the Dominion of Canada is a comprehensive book written by Reverend William H. Withrow. The book chronicles the history of Canada from its earliest days to the present day, covering everything from the country's Aboriginal peoples to the modern era. Withrow provides a detailed account of the key events, figures, and movements that have shaped Canada's history, including the French and English colonial periods, the American Revolution, the War of 1812, Confederation, and the country's evolution into a modern nation. The book is written in an engaging, accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in learning about Canada's rich and fascinating history. Whether you are a student, a history buff, or simply interested in Canadian culture and society, A Popular History of the Dominion of Canada is an essential read.1884. With steel portraits, maps, and numerous wood engravings. From the discovery of America to the present time, including a history of the provinces of Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, British Columbia, and Manitoba; of the Northwest Territory and of the Island of Newfoundland. Withrow has endeavored to describe in as full detail as possible the picturesque incidents of the early history of Canada; the stirring episodes of its military conflicts; the important events leading to and following the confederation of the British North American Provinces; the growth of the principles of civil liberty and the development of the Canadian Constitution; and the history of the maritime provinces, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, together with that of the newer provinces of the Northwest and the Pacific coast, as well as that of Old Canada.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
