The Conquest of Canada, Vol. 1 by George Warburton
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| Author | Warburton, George, 1816-1857 |
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| Title | The Conquest of Canada, Vol. 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Conquest of Canada, Vol. 1" by George Warburton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume explores the historical context surrounding the competition between England and France for dominance in North America, particularly focusing on the French and British colonial practices, the social and political constructs of New France, and the transformative effects of colonization. The narrative delves deep into the societal structures and events that ultimately led to the British conquest of Canada. At the start of the book, the author introduces the rivalry for dominance in North America between France and England, detailing how each nation approached colonization with distinct strategies. Warburton highlights the differences in governance and societal organization between New France and the English colonies, emphasizing the feudal structure that defined the French settlements. The opening chapters continue to describe the evolving landscape of relations among native populations, European settlers, and the subsequent military confrontations, setting the stage for the later conflicts that would change the fate of Canada. Through rich historical context and insightful analysis, Warburton prepares readers for an in-depth exploration of this significant period in North American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Canada |
| Subject | Canada -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25119 |
| Release Date | Apr 21, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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