The Siege of Ottawa: Being the Story of the 800 Farmers From Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, Who Met ... the House of Common Chamber on Dec; 16, 1910 - Softcover
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This book transports readers to the heart of early 20th-century Canada, where a burgeoning agricultural movement is challenging the established order. The author masterfully captures the spirit of this time, a period of great change and social upheaval, as farmers from across the country unite to demand economic justice. They rally for tariff reductions, reciprocal free trade with the United States, and a strengthened British preference. These calls for change are juxtaposed against the arguments of powerful manufacturers, who see the proposed reforms as a threat to their own prosperity. The book delves into the complexities of this debate, exploring the economic, social, and political forces at play. It presents a vivid portrayal of the struggle between farmers and industrialists, revealing the underlying tensions and competing interests that shaped Canada's early economic landscape. Through the lens of this historical event, the author illuminates the enduring power of grassroots movements and the constant battle for fair trade in a changing world.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to the heart of early 20th-century Canada, where a burgeoning agricultural movement is challenging the established order. The author masterfully captures the spirit of this time, a period of great change and social upheaval, as farmers from across the country unite to demand economic justice. They rally for tariff reductions, reciprocal free trade with the United States, and a strengthened British preference. These calls for change are juxtaposed against the arguments of powerful manufacturers, who see the proposed reforms as a threat to their own prosperity. The book delves into the complexities of this debate, exploring the economic, social, and political forces at play. It presents a vivid portrayal of the struggle between farmers and industrialists, revealing the underlying tensions and competing interests that shaped Canada's early economic landscape. Through the lens of this historical event, the author illuminates the enduring power of grassroots movements and the constant battle for fair trade in a changing world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333351304_0
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