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Letters and Journals of James Eighth Earl of Elgin
"Letters and Journals of James Eighth Earl of Elgin" from James Bruce 8th Earl of Elgin. British colonial administrator and diplomat (1811-1863).
Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin
James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and 12th Earl of Kincardine, KT, GCB, PC (20 July 1811 - 20 November 1863), was a British colonial administrator and diplomat. He was the Governor General of the Province of Canada, a High Commissioner in charge of opening trades with China and Japan, and Viceroy of India. James Bruce became Governor of Jamaica in 1842, and in 1847 was appointed Governor General of Canada. Under Lord Elgin, the first real attempts began at establishing responsible government in Canada. Lord Elgin became the first Governor General to remove himself from the affairs of the legislature, leading to the essentially symbolic role that the Governor-General has since had with regards t...
Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin
In "Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin," the author deftly intertwines personal reflection with historical narrative, offering an intimate glimpse into the life of a prominent figure during a tumultuous period of British colonial affairs in the 19th century. The work, characterized by its lyrical prose and meticulous attention to detail, captures the essence of Elgin'Äôs experiences while serving as the Governor General of the Province of Canada. The letters and journal entries provide invaluable insights into his diplomatic challenges, interactions with Indigenous peoples, and the socio-political landscape of the time, enhancing our understanding of the complexities of Br...
Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin
Reprint of the original, first published in 1872. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.
Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin
Reproduction of the original: Letters and Journals of James, Eighth Earl of Elgin by James Earl of Elgin
