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The Niagara Escarpment
With more than 100 beautiful colour photographs from dozens of communities in the Niagara Escarpment, this book will be savoured by all those who treasure this precious landscape.$55.00, Hardcover
Lumber Kings and Shantymen
David Lee presents an in-depth history of the Ottawa Valley and the economy that dominated its formative years, as well as examining the environmental impact on the region's natural resources.$27.95, Paperback
Wildflowers of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island
For anyone who has ever driven a Maritime highway and marveled at the cover of wildflowers along an embankment, or happened on a meadow filled with flowers, this book will provide hours of happy discovery.$19.95, 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
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
Hamilton's Hockey Tigers
Hamilton's Hockey Tigers is the colourful story of the only NHL team ever to go on strike. The game of hockey in Hamilton -- and the NHL -- was forever changed.
$24.95, Paperback
The Haligonians
Nothing illustrates the dynamic history of the towns that make up Halifax Regional Municipality better than the lives of the men and women who have called it home. The behind-the-scenes history of Halifax, Dartmouth and Bedford comes to life in this collection of insightful stories.
$14.95, Paperback
Captain Salvation
Captain Salvation is a little-known novel of Maritimers at sea, now brought back into print in this new addition to Formac's Fiction Treasures collection.$16.95, Paperback
Halifax Champion
A talented Canadian boxing champion from Halifax battles opponents in and out of the ring during a time of transformation in for his city and his community as the Black population emerges as a social and political force during the 1960s and 1970s.
$19.95, Paperback
Steamboats on the Lakes
With a rich collection of paintings, photographs, and other illustrations from museums and archives across Ontario, Steamboats on the Lakes tells the unique story of the boats, the dangerous waters they plied, and the daring entrepreneurs and hardy sailors who navigated the many rough and glorious passages of the steamships' heyday.$24.95, Paperback
Toronto Murders
The history of Toronto is peppered with countless tales of scandals and murder. This fascinating collection of crime stories features six chilling incidents that plagued the city's residents in days gone by. Exploring deadly love affairs, mysterious disappearances, and public hangings, these true accounts will keep you on the edge of your seat.$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
Half-Hearted Enemies
Author John Boileau explores the involvement of Nova Scotia in the War of 1812 and the provinces' spoils, and casualties, of the war.
$22.95, Paperback
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs are one of Canada's greatest hockey franchises. From their humble beginnings to their remarkable Stanley Cup victories, to their team-building challenges of the 1990s and beyond, the Leafs have a history packed with accomplishments and setbacks. This is their story -- the incredible story of a beloved Canadian institution.
$9.95, Paperback
Explosion in Halifax Harbour
This book offers a definitive account of the Halifax explosion and its aftermath, and the most extensive collection of images - many in colour - available in print.$24.95, Paperback
Heritage Treasures
The Hamilton region's finest heritage homes come to life in glorious colour in the pages of this authoritative new book.$34.95, Paperback
Ontario House Styles
Ontario has a rich history of architectural styles, and is home to some of the most stunning heritage houses in North America. In this book, author Robert Mikel profiles in depth every important house style the province has seen over the past three centuries.$34.95, Paperback
Strange Events and More
Myths and legends abound with tales of giants and their feats of exceptional strength, witches and their powers of good and evil, and the miraculous abilities of healers and medicine men. The past comes alive in this selection of stories about extraordinary Canadians who have lived unusual lives.$9.95, Paperback
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