02464cam a22003373u 4500 13066 UtSlPG 20260610133317.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 Bourinot, John George, 1837-1902 Lord Elgin Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier The Makers of Canada Release date is 2004-07-31 E-text prepared by Robert Connal, Keith M. Eckrich, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Lord Elgin" by Sir John George Bourinot is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and political career of James Bruce, the eighth earl of Elgin, who served as Governor-General of the Province of Canada during a tumultuous period marked by complex racial and political dynamics. The narrative aims to illuminate Elgin's significant contributions to the establishment of responsible government and the development of Canadian identity amidst the backdrop of colonial tensions. At the start of the work, the author provides an overview of the political landscape in Canada prior to Elgin's governorship, highlighting the challenges posed by diverse factions and the demands for greater representation. The opening chapters recount Elgin's early life, his political philosophies, and his early career leading to his appointment as governor. It emphasizes his qualities that rendered him suitable to navigate the complex socio-political issues he faced, such as racial tensions between English and French Canadians, economic disturbances, and the impact of prior rebellions. Bourinot paints a portrait of Elgin as a diplomat dedicated to fostering harmony and responsible governance, setting the stage for a deeper examination of his policies and their consequences in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Canada -- History -- 1841-1867 Elgin, James Bruce, Earl of, 1811-1863 The Makers of Canada https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13066 54460 54460