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Whoever heard Sir William Van Home tell his vivid stories and remembers the romantic glamour which he threw upon the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway will always regret that he did not write his autobiography. He was often urged to write the history of the Canadian Pacific, and as often promised to do so. In the summer of 1914 he arranged with Miss Katherine Hughes, the biographer of Father Lacombe, to collaborate with him in the work. The Great War intervened, and he died in 1915 without having made a beginning. His son and daughter, Mr. Richard Benedict Van Home and Miss Adaline Van Home, continued the arrangement with Miss Hughes, with the object, however, of having her prepare a biography of their father. Miss Hughes thereupon industriously gathered material, which she put together loosely in the form of a narrative. On my return from Europe last summer Mr. Van Home gave me Miss Hughes smanuscript and asked me to write his fathers life. Inasmuch as I had made definite plans to spend the winter in California, where letters and other original sources would be inaccessible to me, the proposal involved considerable difficulties ;without Miss Hughes smaterial it would, in the circumstances, have been impossible. I felt, however, that some personal knowledge of Van Home and his work during a period of twenty-five years, seven of sr which were spent by me in the service of the Canadian Kh Pacific, gave me one qualification for the task, and ultie.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1440034133
- ISBN 13 9781440034138
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages420
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating biography offers an immersive portrait of Sir William Van Horne, a towering figure in railroad history. From his humble beginnings in Illinois, Van Horne's unwavering determination and sharp intellect propelled him to become President of the Canadian Pacific Railway at the remarkably young age of 38. The book charts Van Horne's pivotal role in shaping the development of Canada, detailing his instrumental efforts in uniting the country from coast to coast with a transcontinental railway. Along with his engineering prowess, the author highlights Van Horne's multifaceted character, exploring his passions for art, geology, and horticulture. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this biography illuminates Van Horne's legacy as an innovator and visionary leader. It examines his groundbreaking contributions to railway transportation and his enduring impact on the economic and social landscape of North America. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to Van Horne's indomitable spirit, resilience, and profound impact on the world of railways and beyond. 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 # 9781440034138_0
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