Empire And Commonwealth: Studies In Governance And Self-Government In Canada

Empire and Commonwealth: Studies in Governance and Self-Government in Canada is a comprehensive book authored by Chester Martin. The book explores the political, social, and economic aspects of Canada's governance and self-government, from the early colonial period to the present day. Martin's work provides a detailed analysis of the evolution of Canada's political institutions and their relationship with the British Empire and the Commonwealth. The book covers the period from the early 18th century, when the first European settlers arrived in Canada, to the present, with a focus on the development of Canadian self-government and its impact on the country's political landscape.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period in Canadian history. The first chapter provides an overview of Canada's colonial period and the role of the British Empire in shaping Canadian governance. The subsequent chapters examine the development of Canadian self-government, from the early 19th century to the present day, and the challenges faced by Canadian political institutions in the 20th century.Throughout the book, Martin provides a detailed analysis of the key political and social issues that have shaped Canada's political landscape. These include the role of the monarchy, the development of federalism, the impact of the two World Wars, and the emergence of Quebec nationalism.Overall, Empire and Commonwealth: Studies in Governance and Self-Government in Canada is an essential read for anyone interested in Canadian history, political science, or colonial studies. It provides a comprehensive overview of Canada's political development and its relationship with the British Empire and the Commonwealth, and offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing Canadian governance today.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.