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Rise to Greatness, Volume 2: Dominion (1867-1949): The History of Canada From the Vikings to the Present
Sweeping, ambitious, and revelatory, this is the second volume in a major history of our country by one of our most respected thinkers and historians—a book every Canadian should own.
From the acclaimed biographer and historian Conrad Black comes the definitive history of Canada—a masterful, groundbreaking account of the people and events that shaped a nation.
The second of three volumes, spanning from the year 1867-1949, this compelling history challenges our perception of our history and Canada's role in the world, taking on sweeping themes and vividly recounting the story of Canada's development from colony to dominion to country.
Black persuasively reveals that while many would argue that Canada was perhaps never predestined for greatness, the opposite is in fact the emergence of a magnificent country, against all odds, was a remarkable achievement. Brilliantly conceived, this major new reexamination of our country's history is a riveting tour de force by one of the best writers writing today.
From the acclaimed biographer and historian Conrad Black comes the definitive history of Canada—a masterful, groundbreaking account of the people and events that shaped a nation.
The second of three volumes, spanning from the year 1867-1949, this compelling history challenges our perception of our history and Canada's role in the world, taking on sweeping themes and vividly recounting the story of Canada's development from colony to dominion to country.
Black persuasively reveals that while many would argue that Canada was perhaps never predestined for greatness, the opposite is in fact the emergence of a magnificent country, against all odds, was a remarkable achievement. Brilliantly conceived, this major new reexamination of our country's history is a riveting tour de force by one of the best writers writing today.
496 pages, Paperback
Published April 4, 2017
About the author
Conrad Black
52 books79 followersConrad Black is a Canadian-born British peer, and former publisher of the London Daily Telegraph, The Spectator, the Chicago Sun-Times, the Jerusalem Post, and founder of Canada's National Post.
He is a columnist and regular contributor to several publications, including National Review Online, The New Criterion, The National Interest, American Greatness, the New York Sun, and the National Post.
As an acclaimed author and biographer, Lord Black has published comprehensive histories of both Canada and the United States, as well as authoritative biographies of Maurice Duplessis, and presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Richard Nixon, and Donald Trump.
Lord Black is also a television and radio commentator and a sporadic participant in the current affairs programming of CNN, Fox News, CTV, CBC, BBC, and Radio Canada.
He is a columnist and regular contributor to several publications, including National Review Online, The New Criterion, The National Interest, American Greatness, the New York Sun, and the National Post.
As an acclaimed author and biographer, Lord Black has published comprehensive histories of both Canada and the United States, as well as authoritative biographies of Maurice Duplessis, and presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Richard Nixon, and Donald Trump.
Lord Black is also a television and radio commentator and a sporadic participant in the current affairs programming of CNN, Fox News, CTV, CBC, BBC, and Radio Canada.
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December 4, 2020
Conrad Black does not disappoint in Volume 2 of Canada's history. Quite amazing the depth of research and insightful clarity on the main actors in this period. Conrad continues a themed approach linking global & continental affairs to the fortunes and tribulations of the Canadian story. How our leaders' decision processes were linked to world affairs and why is eye-opening.
This volume covers confederation, the lead up towards two world wars, and post-war fallouts at the political level both domestic and international, whilst avoiding military-strategic or tactical discussions. Leaving battlefield trials & deliberations to other histories is a great feature of this book, allowing concentration on political imperatives. The authors' focus on political leadership, their virtues, and vices that led to national decisions affecting the fortunes good and bad for Canadians, Conrad leaves no stone unturned.
I enjoyed the depth of coverage on the inter-war years where a generation of veterans struggled thru the depression and how the politicians failed them. Equally, post-WW2 and Canada's lead entry into the Cold War, which defined my generation.
As with Volume 1, highly recommended reading for the curious Canadian.
This volume covers confederation, the lead up towards two world wars, and post-war fallouts at the political level both domestic and international, whilst avoiding military-strategic or tactical discussions. Leaving battlefield trials & deliberations to other histories is a great feature of this book, allowing concentration on political imperatives. The authors' focus on political leadership, their virtues, and vices that led to national decisions affecting the fortunes good and bad for Canadians, Conrad leaves no stone unturned.
I enjoyed the depth of coverage on the inter-war years where a generation of veterans struggled thru the depression and how the politicians failed them. Equally, post-WW2 and Canada's lead entry into the Cold War, which defined my generation.
As with Volume 1, highly recommended reading for the curious Canadian.
November 20, 2020
8/10. Volume two of three. Covers from confederation, the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, through World War I, the depression, and World War II, and its aftermath. Depicts how Canada’s increasing population, political changes, growing infrastructure, and military actions helped the nation mature from its colonial roots. 🇨🇦
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