The Railway King of Canada: Sir William Mackenzie, 1849-1923 - Hardcover

Fleming, R. B.

9780774803823: The Railway King of Canada: Sir William Mackenzie, 1849-1923

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ISBN 10: 0774803827 ISBN 13: 9780774803823

Publisher: UBC Press, 2002

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Fleming, Robert B.

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Book Description:

A dramatic biography of the now-forgotten Canadian entrepreneur, who spearheaded the most technologically advanced projects ever undertaken in the country, and built a business empire that stretched to Brazil, but was virtually bankrupt by the time of this death.

About the Author:

R.B. Fleming is a professional historian who was raised in Eldon Township, Ontario – Mackenzie’s native area. He has taught at several Canadian universities and is currently honorary visiting fellow in Canadian Studies at the University of Edinburgh.

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