02221cam a22003133u 4500 48500 UtSlPG 20260610134120.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20006730 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F1001 McArthur, Peter, 1866-1924 Sir Wilfrid Laurier Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-03-16 Produced by David T. Jones, Mardi Desjardins, Larry Harrison & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net "Sir Wilfrid Laurier" by Peter McArthur is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This biography explores the life and political career of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, who served as Prime Minister of Canada for fifteen years, becoming a key figure in Canadian politics during a transformative era. The book delves into Laurier's experiences, achievements, and the broader historical context of Canada’s development into a nation. The opening of the biography presents a detailed overview of Laurier's immense public career and his early life, highlighting his long-standing commitment to politics and leadership of the Liberal party. It touches on his formative years in Quebec, where his family background and education cultivated his political ideologies and aspirations. Moreover, it reflects on his character and the influences that shaped him as a conciliator and leader focused on fostering unity within a diverse Canada. These early chapters set the tone for a comprehensive portrait of a man dedicated to public service and social justice, portraying Laurier as a pivotal figure in Canadian history and the ideals he championed throughout his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Laurier, Wilfrid, Sir, 1841-1919 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48500 89339 89339