A Corner of Empire
The Old Ontario Strand

First published in 1937, this book presents a historical study of Kingston, Ontario.

T. R. Glover (Author), D. D. Calvin (Author)

9781107425651, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 21 August 2014

218 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.3 cm, 0.28 kg

First published in 1937, this book presents a historical study of Kingston, Ontario. The text discusses the origins of Kingston, its role in military conflicts, its position as a trading centre and the foundation of Queen's University, among other topics. Illustrative figures are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of Canada and North American history in general.

Preface
1. The key of empire
2. The town we knew
3. Fresh water commerce
4. The raft
5. Life on the island
6. The ice
7. Queen's
8. G. M. Grant
Index.

Subject Areas: General & world history [HBG]