The Story of My Life
Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in CanadaBy Egerton Ryerson
Length24h 30m
About this audiobook
In "The Story of My Life," Egerton Ryerson provides a compelling narrative chronicling his experiences, beliefs, and the social contexts that shaped his life within 19th-century Canada. Writing with a blend of introspection and advocacy, Ryerson's autobiographical work offers a reflective examination of his role in the development of public education, Indigenous rights, and social reform. The literary style is both personal and persuasive, imbued with a sense of urgency that echoes the progressive ideals of his time, as he navigates deeply personal struggles alongside institutional challenges. Egerton Ryerson, a prominent educator and Methodist preacher, was profoundly influenced by the socio-political landscape of early Canada, including its colonial past and the pivotal role of education in societal advancement. His commitment to social justice and reform was evident in his career, which included founding the public school system in Ontario. His experiences as an advocate for Indigenous rights and education reform inform his reflections, providing readers with insight into the moral and ethical considerations influencing his life's work. "The Story of My Life" is highly recommended for readers interested in autobiographical literature that intertwines personal narrative with broader societal themes. Ryerson's candid revelations about his convictions and the transformative power of education make this work a significant contribution to Canadian literature and a valuable resource for those wanting to understand the fabric of 19th-century Canadian society.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length24 hrs 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26CHAPTER XXIII.: FOOTNOTES:
2PREFATORY NOTE.
27CHAPTER XXIV.: FOOTNOTES:
3ESTIMATE OF THE REV. DR. RYERSON'S CHARACTER AND LABOURS.
28CHAPTER XXV.: FOOTNOTES:
4CHAPTER I.: FOOTNOTES:
29CHAPTER XXVI.: FOOTNOTES:
5CHAPTER II.: FOOTNOTES:
30CHAPTER XXVII.: FOOTNOTES:
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6CHAPTER III.: FOOTNOTES:
31CHAPTER XXVIII.: FOOTNOTES:
7CHAPTER IV.: FOOTNOTES:
32CHAPTER XXIX.: FOOTNOTES:
8CHAPTER V.: FOOTNOTES:
33CHAPTER XXX.: FOOTNOTES:
9CHAPTER VI.: FOOTNOTES:
34CHAPTER XXXI.: FOOTNOTES:
10CHAPTER VII.: FOOTNOTES:
35CHAPTER XXXII.: FOOTNOTES:
11CHAPTER VIII.: FOOTNOTES:
36CHAPTER XXXIII.: FOOTNOTES:
12CHAPTER IX.: FOOTNOTES:
37CHAPTER XXXIV.: FOOTNOTES:
13CHAPTER X.: FOOTNOTES:
38CHAPTER XXXV.: FOOTNOTES:
14CHAPTER XI.: FOOTNOTES:
39CHAPTER XXXVI.: FOOTNOTES:
15CHAPTER XII.: FOOTNOTES:
40CHAPTER XXXVII.: FOOTNOTES:
16CHAPTER XIII.: FOOTNOTES:
41CHAPTER XXXVIII.
17CHAPTER XIV.
42CHAPTER XXXIX.: FOOTNOTES:
18CHAPTER XV.: FOOTNOTES:
43CHAPTER XL.
19CHAPTER XVI.: FOOTNOTES:
44CHAPTER XLI.: FOOTNOTES:
20CHAPTER XVII.: FOOTNOTES:
45CHAPTER XLII.
21CHAPTER XVIII.
46CHAPTER XLIII.: FOOTNOTES:
22CHAPTER XIX.: FOOTNOTES:
47CHAPTER XLIV.
23CHAPTER XX.: FOOTNOTES:
48CHAPTER XLV.
24CHAPTER XXI.: FOOTNOTES:
49CHAPTER XLVI.
25CHAPTER XXII.: FOOTNOTES:
50CHAPTER XLVII.
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