Book Information

  • Series: Amazing Stories
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 5 October 2004
  • Copyright Year: 2004
  • ISBN: 9781551537818
  • Page Count: 120
  • Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"

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Christmas in Atlantic Canada

Heatwarming Legends, Tales and Traditions

by Joyce Glasner

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.

"Without a thought for his own safety, he dashed back into the burning building. Smoke stung his eyes and flames singed his hair as he struggled through the blaze to the room where his Santa suit was stored." This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: history human interest stories Christmas is a time for celebrating with friends and family and for sharing stories, memories, and good cheer. This compilation brings to life the very best holiday stories from across Atlantic Canada. From the early days of exploration to the modern day, and from heartwarming inspirational tales to dangerous escapades, this is a collection to treasure for many years to come.

About the Author

Joyce Glasner
JOYCE GLASNER lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Her Articles on gardening, travel, and the arts have appeared in a variety of publications. Her first book, The Halifax Explosion: Surviving the Blast that Shook a Nation, was published by Altitude in 2003.

Subjects (BISAC)

HISTORY / Canada / General, RELIGION / Holidays / Christmas & Advent

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