In this meticulously researched study, Cornell examines the complex political landscape of pre-Confederation Canada, tracing the shifting alliances and conflicts among the various parties and factions that vied for power and influence during this pivotal period. Drawing on a wide array of primary source materials, including newspapers, correspondence, and government documents, he provides a detailed and nuanced account of the political process and its impact on the social and economic development of the region. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.