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Sable Island
Sable Island has indelibly marked all who have come into contact with it. This exciting collection casts explorers, castaways, pirates, settlers, & the quintessential symbols of survival in tales of death, destruction, and endurance. Set on the isolated island of fog-shrouded sand dunes, these true accounts are tragic and inspiring.
$9.95, Paperback
Toronto Disasters
Canada's largest city often makes national headlines. Highlighting the wrath of Hurricane Hazel that pounded city homes; we remember the screams heard amidst the wreckage of a subway crash; and recount one night in 1904 when flames engulfed city buildings. These tragedies epitomize the strength and character of Torontonians in the face of disaster.
$9.95, Paperback
Great Tales of Canadian Men (Box Set)
$29.85, PaperbackGreat Tales of Canadian Women (Box Set)
$17.95, Paperback
Rene Levesque
Politician René Lévesque made Quebec separatism a reality. The Parti Québécois thrived because of his passion. In an era when some preferred to use firebombs to get their point across, Lévesque wanted Quebeckers to vote on separation. But in May 1980, the people of Quebec voted a resounding "no." For Lévesque, it was the end of a dream.
$9.95, Paperback
100 Fascinating Londoners
These brief biographies reflect a century and a half of London's history and reflect key events and fascinating adventures drawn from the lives of people from all walks of life who made a lasting impression on their hometown.
$24.95, Paperback
Chinatown
Author Paul Yee tells the stories of eight Canadian Chinatown's -- Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax -- and explores the unique culture and heritage of each.
$34.95, Paperback
Fighting for Women's Rights
From her time growing up in India and the Royal Court of Siam, Anna developed an independent nature that she brought with her to North America. As a well-known author, Anna toured America landing in Halifax where she single-handedly created an art school for girls - later to become the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. This is her story.
$9.95, Paperback
Pirates and Privateers
Murder, mutiny, and mayhem were the order of the day in the seas off the East Coast during the golden age of sailing. Pillagers and opportunists plied the seas in search of riches in the holds of American ships. And they invariably found what they were looking for...$9.95, Paperback
Rebel Women of the East Coast
Some women achieve extraordinary things during their lifetime. The incredible women in these stories - who lived from 350 years ago to the late twentieth century - contributed their courage, their vision, and their strength to their families and their communities.$9.95, Paperback
The Fighting Fisherman
Yvon Durelle fought from the tiny Acadian hamlet of Baie Ste. Anne to within a heartbeat of being light-heavyweight boxing champion of the world.
$27.95, Paperback
The Age of Sail
In this beautifully illustrated volume, marine historian Stanley Spicer recaptures the age of sail and its many colourful characters.$24.95, Paperback
Alexander Graham Bell
In 1876, at only 29 years old, Alexander Graham Bell completed the invention that would turn him into a household name: the telephone. The amazing story of this invention, and Bell's lifelong quest for improving the way things work.$9.95, Paperback
Shipwrecks off the East Coast
The stories of nine ill-fated ships are told in this exciting collection of shipwreck tales, which feature hope and despair, triumph and catastrophe.
$9.95, Paperback
Halifax Street Names
Halifax Street Names includes contributions from writers with a lively interest in local history, giving derivations and brief histories of more than 180 streets in Bedford, Dartmouth, Halifax and Sackville.$24.95, Paperback
Christmas in Canada
Christmas is a time for celebrating with friends and family and for sharing stories, memories, and good cheer. This compilation brings to life holiday stories from across Canada. From the early days to the modern day, and from heartwarming inspirational tales to dangerous escapades, this is a collection to treasure for many years to come.
$29.95, Hardcover
Christmas in Atlantic Canada
Christmas is a time for celebrating with friends & family & for sharing stories, memories, & good cheer. This compilation brings to life the best holiday stories from across Atlantic Canada. From the early days to the modern day, & from heartwarming inspirational tales to dangerous escapades, this is a collection to treasure for many years to come.
$9.95, Paperback
Christmas in Quebec
Christmas is a time for celebrating with friends and family and for sharing stories, memories, and good cheer. This compilation brings to life holiday stories from across Quebec. From the early days to the modern day, and from heartwarming inspirational tales to dangerous escapades, this is a collection to treasure for many years to come.
$9.95, Paperback
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