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Lord Sydenham: The Makers of Canada Series is a historical biography written by Adam Shortt and published in 1909. The book chronicles the life of Lord Sydenham, who was the governor-general of Canada from 1839 to 1841. The book provides a detailed account of Lord Sydenham's life, from his upbringing in England to his political career in Canada. It explores his role in shaping Canadian politics during a crucial period in the country's history, including his efforts to unite Upper and Lower Canada and establish responsible government. Shortt's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both casual readers and scholars of Canadian history. The book is part of the Makers of Canada Series, which aims to provide an in-depth look at the people who helped shape Canada into the nation it is today. Overall, Lord Sydenham: The Makers of Canada Series is an important historical biography that sheds light on a pivotal figure in Canadian history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of early 19th century Canada and is a must-read for anyone interested in Canadian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.