The Life And Times Of Gen. John Graves Simcoe

The Life and Times of Gen. John Graves Simcoe is a comprehensive biography of one of the most important figures in Canadian history. Written by David Breakenridge Read, the book explores Simcoe's life from his birth in England in 1752 to his death in 1806. Simcoe was a soldier, politician, and administrator who played a key role in the development of Upper Canada (now Ontario) during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.The book covers Simcoe's military career, including his service in the American Revolutionary War and his time as the first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada. It also examines his personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Posthuma Gwillim and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Major John Andre and Captain Joseph Brant.Throughout the book, Read provides a detailed look at the political and social context of Simcoe's life and times. He explores the challenges faced by early settlers in Upper Canada, including conflicts with Indigenous peoples and the difficulties of establishing a new colony in a remote and often hostile environment. He also examines the broader political and economic forces that shaped Simcoe's world, including the American Revolution, the French Revolution, and the rise of industrialization.Overall, The Life and Times of Gen. John Graves Simcoe is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a rich and nuanced portrait of a key figure in Canadian history. With its engaging prose and meticulous research, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Canada, the British Empire, or the early modern world.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.