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Our Lives: Canada after 1945
The people, forces, and events that have shaped post-war Canada$29.95, Paperback
D-Day
On June 6, 1944, a daring invasion of Europe changed the course of World War II, eventually leading to the surrender of Nazi Germany. During the night the Allied forces swept towards the beaches of Normandy. This is the story of the bravery, the heroism & dumb luck of the more than 14,000 Canadians who played a crucial role in that incredible event
$9.95, Paperback
Disaster at Dieppe
The incredible and harrowing story of Canada's worst day in the Second World War$9.95, Paperback
The Discovery of Weather
How we learned to forecast weather--and the extraordinary story of the prediction that came true for one of the century's worst storms on the East Coast$29.95, Hardcover
Inventing Academic Freedom
An account of the campus sit-in and ensuing controversy that triggered a revolution in Canadian universities and was key to establishing the principles of academic freedom in Canada$22.95, Paperback
True Stories from Nova Scotia's Past
The best of Dianne Marshall on CBC Radio's Information Morning$24.95, Paperback
Within the Barbed Wire Fence
A unique memoir by a young Japanese-Canadian poet torn from his family and interned in distant labour camps for the "crime" of being Japanese during the Second World War$19.95, Hardcover
Titanic: The Cookbook
Dishes selected from the Titanic's grand dining rooms, with the flair and style of another era$24.95, Paperback
Summit Series '72
Chosen as one of Resource Links' Year's Best for 2011
From Crosby's winning goal at the 2010 Winter Games to Henderson's awesome goal in the 72 Summit
Series, Canada's greatest hockey moments go hand in hand with how we see our place in the world.$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 780L
Forever Champions
Discover the story of the Edmonton Grads, who went from a small-city, girl's high school team to world champs with an unparalleled winning record.
$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-17Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 750L
Long Shot
The sons of Icelandic immigrants and friends since boyhood, the Winnipeg Falcons were a superbly talented team of just eight players who brought home Canada's first Olympic gold medal in hockey in 1920.
$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-17Reading level: Grade 4
Roberta Bondar
The fascinating story of Roberta Bondar, the first female Canadian astronaut. Roberta's determination and perseverance made her the stuff of legends.
$9.95, Paperback
Isaac Brock
The life of Upper Canada's governor and defender, Sir Isaac Brock$9.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 11-18
Casa Loma
The fascinating story of industrialist Sir Henry Pellatt and his lavish Toronto home
$19.95, Paperback
Voyage of the Iceberg
A classic work of natural history, in a new edition to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic$19.95, Paperback
The Canadian Labour Movement: A Short History
The triumphs and setbacks of workers and the union movement in Canada$27.95, Paperback
To Wawa with Love
Nostalgic true-life stories about northern Ontario sixty years ago$19.95, Paperback
Nasty, Brutish, and Short
An expert takes us inside the dark world of youth gangs in Canada$24.95, Paperback
Niagara Daredevils
From swimmers and jumpers, to tightrope walkers and barrel riders, Niagara Falls has attracted daredevils for almost 200 years. The spectacular falls and dangerous Whirlpool Rapids have inspired men and women to commit stunts in search of fame and fortune. Many lived to tell the tale, while others perished in the attempt. Their stories are amazing.
$9.95, Paperback
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