Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Church of England in Canada, 1759-1793: From the Conquest to the Establishment of the See of Quebec"" by Henry Coleridge Stuart is a historical account of the establishment and growth of the Anglican Church in Canada during the period of British colonial rule. The book covers the period from the conquest of Canada by the British in 1759 to the establishment of the See of Quebec in 1793.The author provides a detailed analysis of the social, political, and religious factors that shaped the development of the Church of England in Canada during this period. The book explores the challenges faced by the Church in establishing itself in a new and unfamiliar environment, including the resistance of the French-speaking population and the difficulties of providing religious services to remote and sparsely populated areas.Stuart also examines the role of key figures in the Church's development, including Bishop Charles Inglis and Governor General Sir Frederick Haldimand. The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the Church's organizational structure, including its relationship with the colonial government and the establishment of the episcopate in Canada.Overall, ""The Church of England in Canada, 1759-1793"" is an important historical resource for anyone interested in the history of the Anglican Church in Canada and the role of religion in the development of Canadian society during the colonial period.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.
