Joey Smallwood: Schemer and Dreamer

by Ray Argyle

Book Overview

Known as the "only living Father of Confederation" in his lifetime, Joey Smallwood was an entertaining, crafty, and controversial politician in Canada for decades.

Born in Gambo, Newfoundland, Joseph ("Joey") Smallwood (1900-1991) spent his life championing the worth and potential of his native province. Although he was a successful journalist and radio personality, Smallwood is best known for his role in bringing Newfoundland into Confederation...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1459703693
• ISBN13: 9781459703698
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Dundurn Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"