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The Talbot Papers: Edited, With Preface, Introduction and Some Annotations (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

James H. Coyne

 
9781334731341: The Talbot Papers: Edited, With Preface, Introduction and Some Annotations (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Immerse yourself in the remarkable life of Colonel Thomas Talbot as this book recounts his experience settling the vast wilderness on the shore of Lake Erie. In the 19th century, this hermit-like aristocrat embarked on a mission to establish the Talbot Settlement, which grew into a prosperous agricultural region stretching from Long Point to the Detroit River. Drawing from an array of letters, military returns, and other historical documents, this book reveals the eccentricities, motivations, and achievements of Colonel Talbot. It sheds light on his settlement's influence on government policy and the overall development of Upper Canada, shedding light on the complex personal dynamics and political realities that shaped its history.

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About the Author

Thomas Talbot (New Market, MD) is a medical doctor and developer who has a 17-year history of developing medical simulations in both software and hardware for the military. He is the coauthor of "Androids: Build Your Own Lifelike Robots".

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