The Reluctant P. M.: Notes On The Life Of Sir John Abbott, Canada's Third Prime Minister

by Elizabeth L. Abbott

Fascinating biography of Sir John Abbott, third Prime Minister of Canada. Covers every aspect of his life, including the concept and construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, being Mayor of Montreal, his role in promoting equal education for women, and his relatively brief tenure as Prime Minister. The book also provides a close look at the work of his brother, Harry Braithwaite Abbott. The author was Sir John's great-niece and had access to private family papers that help to flesh out the story. 253 pages.

253 pages, Spiral-bound

Published January 1, 1997