Strathcona Making Canada by Preston (14 results)

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Strathcona and the Making of Canada. Book.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

ix, (4), 13-324 Pp. B&w frontis (portrait of Lord Strathacona) W. T. R. Preston: late Commissioner of Emigration to Great Britain and Commissioner of Trade to South Africa, Japan, Korea, Holland and Scandinavia Some wear to edges; light staining to covers; some yellowing to edges of pages, otherwise vg. Brown cloth with gilt title to front and spine.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. In brown cloth. Light rubbing. A nice copy.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. No Jacket. First Edition. Hardcover; 8vo, 324 pages. FIRST EDITION. Brown cloth hardcovers with gilt lettering on cover and spine. Moderately worn and rubbed edges. Bumped corners. Slight skew to binding. Prev. owner's stamp/name on fep. Deckled edges, cut top. Pages beginning to yellow but still bright, crisp, and clean. No jacket. VG-/--. Book. …

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1915 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 340 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 340 Language: English.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 324 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1915. Text in English. This study explores the life and contributions of Lord Strathcona, a prominent figure in Canadian history. The book provides a detailed account of his political and economic influence during a pivotal period in the country's development. It is a valuable resource for historians and researchers interested in Canadian nationalism and imperial politics. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 324 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1915. This modern reproduction of Strathcona and the making of Canada by Preston, William Thomas Rochester, 1851 preserves the text in a practical format for readers and collectors interested in Canadian history, biography, and the public life of Lord Strathcona. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1915. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 338, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 338 338.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1915. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 340, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 340 340.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - ''Strathcona and the Making of Canada'' is a historical book written by William Thomas Rochester Preston and originally published in 1915. The book chronicles the life and contributions of Donald Alexander Smith, also known as Lord Strathcona, a prominent Canadian businessman and politician who played a significant role in the development of Canada during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Strathcona's life, from his early days in Scotland to his rise as a successful businessman in Canada. It explores his involvement in the fur trade, railway construction, and politics, highlighting his pivotal role in the negotiation of the purchase of Rupert's Land from the Hudson's Bay Company and his efforts to connect Canada from coast to coast through the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Preston's writing also delves into Strathcona's personal life, including his family relationships and philanthropic endeavors. The book provides a comprehensive look at the man behind the legend, shedding light on his motivations, successes, and failures. Overall, ''Strathcona and the Making of Canada'' is a well-researched and informative historical book that provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the life and contributions of a key figure in Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Strathcona And The Making Of Canada (1915) | William Thomas Rochester Preston | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2009 | Kessinger Publishing, LLC | EAN 9781120715562 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. …