9781025655604 - The Fighting Bishop, John Strachan, First Bishop of Toronto: And Other Essays in His Times di Roberton, Thomas B. (5 risultati)

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Fighting Bishop, John Strachan, First Bishop of Toronto; And Other Essays in His Times' is a compelling collection of historical essays centered on one of the most influential and controversial figures in early Canadian history. At the heart of this volume is a detailed portrait of John Strachan, the formidable first Anglican Bishop of Toronto, whose leadership and political maneuvers within the Family Compact shaped the social and educational landscape of Upper Canada.Thomas B. Roberton provides a vivid exploration of the nineteenth-century Canadian frontier, blending biography with social history. Beyond the primary focus on Strachan, the collection delves into the broader context of his era, examining the intersections of church and state, the challenges of colonial administration, and the evolution of religious institutions in a developing nation. These essays capture the spirit of a formative period, offering insights into the men and movements that laid the foundations of modern Ontario. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of the Anglican Church in Canada, the development of Canadian political thought, and the biographical legacies of the figures who defined the pre-Confederation era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Fighting Bishop, John Strachan, First Bishop of Toronto; And Other Essays in His Times" is a compelling collection of historical essays centered on one of the most influential and controversial figures in early Canadian history. At the heart of this volume is a detailed portrait of John Strachan, the formidable first Anglican Bishop of Toronto, whose leadership and political maneuvers within the Family Compact shaped the social and educational landscape of Upper Canada.Thomas B. Roberton provides a vivid exploration of the nineteenth-century Canadian frontier, blending biography with social history. Beyond the primary focus on Strachan, the collection delves into the broader context of his era, examining the intersections of church and state, the challenges of colonial administration, and the evolution of religious institutions in a developing nation. These essays capture the spirit of a formative period, offering insights into the men and movements that laid the foundations of modern Ontario. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of the Anglican Church in Canada, the development of Canadian political thought, and the biographical legacies of the figures who defined the pre-Confederation era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Fighting Bishop, John Strachan, First Bishop of Toronto; And Other Essays in His Times" is a compelling collection of historical essays centered on one of the most influential and controversial figures in early Canadian history. At the heart of this volume is a detailed portrait of John Strachan, the formidable first Anglican Bishop of Toronto, whose leadership and political maneuvers within the Family Compact shaped the social and educational landscape of Upper Canada.Thomas B. Roberton provides a vivid exploration of the nineteenth-century Canadian frontier, blending biography with social history. Beyond the primary focus on Strachan, the collection delves into the broader context of his era, examining the intersections of church and state, the challenges of colonial administration, and the evolution of religious institutions in a developing nation. These essays capture the spirit of a formative period, offering insights into the men and movements that laid the foundations of modern Ontario. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of the Anglican Church in Canada, the development of Canadian political thought, and the biographical legacies of the figures who defined the pre-Confederation era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.