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The Avro Arrow Story (JR)
The Avro Arrow interceptor aircraft was designed in Ontario in the 1950's by one of the best airplane companies in the world. The government cancelled the plane, destroyed prototypes and burned blueprints, but the legend lives on.
$9.95, Paperback
The Mounties (JR)
Established in 1973, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police had a mission to restore law and order to Canada's Western frontier. Their adventures and escapades are an important part of the countries rich history.
$9.95, 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
Spies in Our Midst
Igor Gouzenko was a former clerk in the Soviet embassy in Ottawa who defected to the West in 1945. At first, no one believed his stories. The evidence eventually led to the arrest of a large Soviet spy ring in Canada, and sent Gouzenko into hiding for the rest of his life. His revelations reverberated throughout the world & ignited the Cold War.
$9.95, Paperback
Great Canadian War Heroes (Box Set)
$17.95, Paperback
Convoys of World War II
Nine men tell their personal stories of life at sea during World War II. In extreme danger, they battled seasickness, injury, and less than comfortable living conditions while avoiding floating mines and torpedoes in their efforts to guide ships safely across the Atlantic Ocean.$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
Canada's Peacekeepers
In an era of civil wars, ethnic cleansings, and genocides, Canada's peacekeepers work feverishly for the salvation of thousands. In the midst of massacres, chaos, turmoil, desperation, machetes, machine guns, heroes such as Lt General Roméo Dallaire and Major Brent Beardsley cross barbed wire, language barriers, and ethnic divides to enforce peace.
$9.95, 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, PaperbackUnsung War Heroes (Box Set)
$29.85, Paperback
Lucy Maud Montgomery
L. M. Montgomery, the creator of Anne of Green Gables and author of more than 20 books, is a household name the world over. Anne of Green Gables has been translated into 40 different languages and immortalized on film, television, and stage. The spirited story of orphaned Anne was inspired by the natural beauty of Prince Edward Island.$9.95, 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
Pierre Elliot Trudeau
Pierre Trudeau was unlike any prime minister Canada had ever known or will ever see again. His unique style, charisma, bravado, and sharp wit galvanized a nation, creating the "Trudeaumania" that swept him into office. He was a man that Canadians either loved or hated.$9.95, Paperback
Risk Takers & Innovators
Harnessing their creativity the tenacious individuals featured in these stories have realized their dreams &, in many cases, developed their innovation into a viable business venture. From the first glimmer of an idea to the fruition of the invention, these Canadian discoveries are an inspiration to aspiring inventors and entrepreneurs everywhere.
$9.95, Paperback
Moe Norman
Murray "Moe" Norman was always a little different. When he took up golf, at the age of 12, he spent hours hitting balls. He soon became a phenomenon on the amateur golfing circuit. Humbly aware of his special gift, and justifiably proud, Moe went on to set 33 course records, including three 59s, and 17 holes-in one.
$9.95, Paperback
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