John Buchan : model governor general / J. William Galbraith ; foreword by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston ; foreword by Lady Deborah Stewartby.
TITLE:
John Buchan : model governor general / J. William Galbraith ; foreword by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston ; foreword by Lady Deborah Stewartby.
Publication Date:
2013
Publication Information:
Toronto : Dundurn Press
Physical Description:
533 p. ; ill.
Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [509]-525), Internet addresses, and index.
Summary:
An accomplished Scottish journalist, soldier, head of intelligence, and Member of Parliament, John Buchan (1875-1940) is best known for penning thrillers such as The Thirty-Nine Steps. However, as Canada's 15th governor general (1935-40), Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, played a significant leadership role as a statesman and diplomat.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9781459709379
