Thomas B. Akins

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History of Halifax City (eBook, ePUB)

Unveiling Halifax City's Maritime Legacy and Cultural Tapestry

Beschreibung

In "History of Halifax City," Thomas B. Akins presents an exhaustive chronicle that intricately weaves the political, social, and cultural tapestry of Nova Scotia's capital from its founding to the late 19th century. Akins employs a meticulous narrative style, enriched by primary source documents, to illuminate Halifax's evolution amid colonial strife, economic growth, and maritime significance. The text stands as a vital historical reference, contextualizing Halifax within the broader Canadian historical narrative while reflecting the Romantic Era's fascination with local histories. Thomas B. Akins (1825-1896) was a distinguished Canadian historian, archivist, and a prominent figure in Nova Scotia'Äôs cultural landscape. His lifelong dedication to documenting Halifax's legacy drew upon both personal and societal experiences intrinsic to the region during a time of profound change. Akins's position as a librarian and archivist endowed him with unparalleled access to historical materials, shaping his perspective and infusing authentic voices into his accounts. "History of Halifax City" is an essential read for scholars, students, and any enthusiast of Canadian history. Akins'Äôs thorough research and passionate storytelling make this work not only informative but also profoundly engaging, ensuring that readers gain a rich understanding of Halifax's heritage.

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Autor

Thomas Beamish Akins was a Canadian lawyer, historian, archivist, and author who served as Nova Scotia's first Commissioner of Public Records from 1857 till his death in 1891. The Canadian government classified him as a Person of National Historic Significance. Thomas Beamish Akins was the son of Thomas Akins, a trader, and Margaret Ott Beamish. Akins' father was a descendent of the early New England Planters who established in Falmouth, Nova Scotia in 1761, and his mother was the daughter of Halifax merchant Thomas Beamish from Port Warden, Nova Scotia. Akins was an only child, as his mother died ten days after his birth; he was reared by her family in Halifax and attended Halifax Grammar School. His published works included History of Halifax and A Sketch of the Rise and Progress of the Church of England in the British North American Provinces (Halifax, 1849), A Brief Account of the Origin, Endowment, and Progress of the University of King's College, Windsor, Nova Scotia (Halifax, 1865), and an article titled "The First Council" in the Collections of the Nova Scotia Historical Society for 1879-1880. He was president of the Nova Scotia Historical Society from 1882 to 1883 and was a vice-president when he died. He also held honorary or corresponding memberships in the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec, the American Historical Association, and the historical societies of Massachusetts, Maryland, and Texas.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 317
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664636720
• Artikelnr.: 58436333