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The Savage Years
Published in 2000, this book offers a history of the reforms attempted by John Savage's Nova Scotia Liberal government in the mid-1990s, analyzing his successes and failures.
$19.95, Paperback
More Great Dog Stories
These tales are about people who turned around the lives of their dogs, and dogs who in turn affected the lives of their people.
$9.95, Paperback
Raffi's Animal Rescue
Raffi McCaffrey's medical condition makes it hard for him to get around. One morning, while looking outside his window, he suddenly sees an injured bird. But what can Raffi do to save the bird?$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 6-9Lexile Reading Level: 600L
Star Power
Hockey's first superstar, Fred "Cyclone" Taylor, was often caught up in the politics and turmoil of hockey's early professional years. Star Power is the story of one of Canada's greatest athletes and a game in transition.
$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-17Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 730L
Hostage in Iraq
With Canadians Jim Loney and Harmeet Singh Sooden and American Tom Fox, Norman Kember spent four months imprisoned in a small room in Baghdad. This gripping book offers a startling new perspective on the war in Iraq and its many opponents.$24.95, Paperback
Medicare
Editors Bruce Campbell and Greg Marchildon have gathered 34 contributors who offer a wide-ranging, authoritative portrait of medicare in Canada today.$29.95, Paperback
Choice of Colours
John Danakas profiles the pioneering black football players who donned new team colours and changed their sport.$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-17Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 820L
Fred and the Pig Race
At this year's agricultural fair, Fred's friend William and his pig Omer are going to participate in the big race. When William becomes sick, Fred decides to replace him. But how can he win the race when he has never ridden a pig?$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 6-9Lexile Reading Level: 670
Leo's Skiing Surprise
Life as a vampire is tough when you're a kid. So this year Leo has come up with an idea for the best Christmas present ever for his friend -- a night of skiing! But there is a huge storm brewing, and suddenly the trip has become a nightmare.$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 6-9Lexile Reading Level: 450L
Image Deal With It
This latest volume in the Deal With It series looks at the costs of conforming to social images and the very real dangers of judging a book by its cover.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 9+Reading level: Grade 6
The Natural Treasures of Carolinian Canada
Sweeping from Toronto to Lake Huron and Lake Erie is a region of biological richness unmatched in Canada. Here the native trees have unusual names - Sassafras, Cucumber Magnolias, Tulip-tree, Pawpaw - evoking the distinctly southern character for which the region is named.$34.95, Paperback
Joan at Halfway
A teenaged orphan is adopted by a cursed uncle in early-twentieth-century Nova Scotia.$16.95, Paperback
The Arm of Gold
When some affluent American visitors come to Ravanoke for a fishing holiday, their car gets stuck and some local residents help them out.$16.95, Paperback
The Enforcer
When Jack's hockey coach moves, Jack's hockey-crazy grandfather P.J. steps into the role. But can the team adapt to Grandpa P.J.'s old-school methods?$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13
Delicious Small Dishes
Delicious Small Dishes features small dishes from twenty top-ranked Canadian restaurants respected for their fresh gourmet fare that can be created in the home for a special dinner party or simply for the love of great food.$24.95, Paperback
Dundurn Castle
A photographic journey through Dundurn Castle, one of Hamilton's foremost historical attractions.
$19.95, Paperback
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a staple ingredient for cuisines from all around the world. Elaine Elliot and Virginia Lee have collected innovative recipes from chefs across Canada using the familiar yet delicious tomato.
$19.95, Paperback
The Dreadful Truth: The Northwest Passage
A thrilling and fascinating history of exploration in Canada's far north.$8.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 8-13
Salmon
Innovative and classical recipes featuring rich, succulent salmon, adapted for your home kitchen.$19.95, Paperback
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