Empire Partnership

Project GutenbergProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 19K words
Chapters: 2

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Empire Partnership by John Wesley DafoeAuthor: ,Language: English, Class: F1001: North America local history: Canada, Release Date: Nov 17, 2014

Editor's review

This book is Empire Partnership by John Wesley Dafoe, released by Project Gutenberg and classified under Canadian local history and North American regional studies. The word "partnership" in the title points to the connections and cooperation among different regions within the imperial framework. Writing in the first half of the twentieth century, the author speaks from a distinctly period-specific standpoint and political context. For readers studying Canada's relationship with the British Empire and the political shifts of North America, the book offers a historical text open to analysis and helps illuminate how intellectuals of the time framed imperial unity and self-government. Readers should note that the views expressed belong to a particular historical moment and should not be taken as conclusions for today. The book is in English and argumentative in style; it is best read selectively by chapter with a clear set of questions, alongside background works on Canadian and imperial history.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers studying Canadian history and Anglo-Canadian imperial relations
Students of North American regional politics and federal questions
Humanities researchers seeking primary historical texts for analysis
Advanced readers interested in early twentieth-century political argument

Not a good fit for

Beginners seeking a contemporary overview of Canadian politics and economy
Casual readers who prefer light narrative or travel writing
Readers whose English is not yet sufficient for long argumentative prose

Reading tips

First learn about the author's era and Canada's place in the British Empire, then begin the text.
Read selectively by chapter topic, taking notes on imperial unity and self-government.
Distinguish the author's period standpoint from statements of fact; avoid applying his judgments directly.
Compare with general works on Canadian history to establish a framework of events and figures.

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FAQ

Is this book suitable as an introduction to Canadian history?

Not really. It is an argumentative work from a particular historical period, carrying the author's period standpoint, and is not a systematic general history. Readers without basic background in Canadian history and Anglo-Canadian imperial relations may struggle to follow the argument. It is better to read general historical works first and then take this book as supplementary reading.

What does "Empire Partnership" in the title refer to?

According to the metadata, the book is classified under Canadian local history and North American regional studies, and the title points to relations of unity and cooperation among different regions within the imperial framework. The specific argument must be judged by the book's contents. Readers should understand the phrase in light of early twentieth-century relations between the British Empire and the dominions, rather than interpreting it broadly outside its historical context.

What background knowledge should I have before reading this book?

It is advisable to first learn about Canada's political development after Confederation, the evolution of relations between the British Empire and the dominions, and the era in which Dafoe lived. With these coordinates, the book's arguments on imperial unity and regional cooperation will be easier to follow. If you are less experienced with English argumentative prose, begin with shorter chapters to get used to the style.

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