Egerton Ryerson and Education in Upper Canada is a detailed study of the life and work of the eminent Canadian educational reformer Egerton Ryerson. The author of the book, John Harold Patman, reveals the influence of Egerton Ryerson on the development of the education system in Upper Canada and his key role in the formation of modern education policy. The book examines in detail Ryerson's ideas and concepts on improving the quality of education, his struggle to ensure access to education for all sections of society. The author also analyzes Ryerson's relationship with political leaders and the Church, his attempts to reform the curriculum and raise the professional level of teachers. The book "Egerton Ryerson and Education in Upper Canada" is an important source for understanding the history of education in Canada and the contribution of an outstanding educational figure to the formation of the modern education system.