Book Information

  • Series: Amazing Stories
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 27 May 2004
  • Copyright Year: 2004
  • ISBN: 9781551539447
  • Page Count: 112
  • Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"

Purchasing Information

Digital (ePub)
9781552778111
$12.99 CAD
Paperback
9781551539447
$9.95 CAD

Out of stock indefinitely

Also Available From

The Life of a Loyalist

A Tale of Survival in Old Nova Scotia

by Cathleen Fillmore

The life of young Christiana Margaret Davis, a Loyalist born in upstate New York, was turned upside down by the American Revolution. During a time of Struggle and strife, she escaped with her family to Nova Scotia, finally landing on Brier Island in 1789. Her remarkable story sheds new light on the plight of the Loyalists.
"It was a dangerous time to be loyal to the Crown. The divisive war had pitted neighbour against neighbour and father against son." This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: history, biography, and life as a Loyalist in the Maritimes. The life of young Christiana Margaret Davis, a Loyalist born in upstate New York, was turned upside down by the American Revolution. A time of struggle and strife, she escaped with her family to Nova Scotia, finally landing on Brier Island in 1789. Her remarkable story sheds new light on the plight of Loyalists.

About the Author

CATHLEEN FILLMORE has written three books and more than 200 articles. She is director of Speakers Gold, a Toronto-based speaker's bureau, and she coaches those getting into the field of professional speaking.

Subjects (BISAC)

BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Historical, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Women, HISTORY / Canada / General

Similar Titles

  • The Avro Arrow Story

    Bill Zuk
    Despite the efforts of courageous test pilots and some of the world's best designers, engineers, and technicians, the dream of the Avro Arrow was shattered.
    $9.95, Paperback

  • Karen Kain

    Melanie Jones
    One of Canada's best-loved and most respected dancers, Karen Kain's rise to ballet stardom is an inspirational story of dedication and passion. Now a national treasure, Karen Kain brought Canadian dance to the world's stage in the 1970s. This is a story of artistry and ambition - the joys and the sacrifices of a prima ballerina.
    $12.99, Digital (ePub)

  • Great Canadian War Heroes

    Tom Douglas
    Great Canadian War Heroes tells the amazing stories of the 16 Canadians who received the Victoria Cross during WWII. They came from all walks of life and from various ranks within the Canadian Forces, but they all had one thing in common: each displayed exceptional bravery in the face of the enemy.
    $9.95, Paperback

  • Christmas in Canada

    Megan Durnford, Joyce Glasner, Cheryl MacDonald, Rich Mole

    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
Shopping Cart
Scroll to Top