Compte rendu/Book review: Andrew Smith, British Businessmen and Canadian Confederation: Constitution Making in an Era of Anglo-Globalization par Michael Commito (original) (raw)

This book review focuses on Andrew Smith's analysis of the role of British businessmen in the Canadian Confederation, emphasizing their financial motivations as a driving force behind the unification of British North American colonies. Smith's revisionist approach critiques traditional narratives by highlighting how economic interests influenced key figures in the Confederation, situating the events in the context of Anglo-globalization. Although the book successfully argues for the significance of British business in Confederation, the review notes that the discussion on globalization within the text is insufficient.