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True North

On the Road in Canada

de Paul Theroux ...

A Toronto Star bestsellerAcclaimed, bestselling author and "“master of modern travel writing” (Wall Street Journal) Paul Theroux turns his gaze to Canada in a sweeping, personal journey.For more than half a century, Paul Theroux has traveled the globe and chronicled its far corners with curiosity, wit, and an unflinching eye. With True North, his twelfth travel book, he turns that eye to a country ... Leer más

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A Toronto Star bestsellerAcclaimed, bestselling author and "“master of modern travel writing” (Wall Street Journal) Paul Theroux turns his gaze to Canada in a sweeping, personal journey.For more than half a century, Paul Theroux has traveled the globe and chronicled its far corners with curiosity, wit, and an unflinching eye. With True North, his twelfth travel book, he turns that eye to a country
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Here for Canada

Memoirs of the 22nd Prime Minister

de Stephen J. Harper ...

A unique first-hand account of the major events, decisions, triumphs and tragedies that defined Stephen Harper’s time in power, as well as the story of his path to prime minister, Here for Canada is a must have for any reader interested in leadership, Canadian history, and politics.Spanning a near ten-year journey in government, Mr. Harper’s account takes us behind the scenes of Canada's deft ... Leer más

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A unique first-hand account of the major events, decisions, triumphs and tragedies that defined Stephen Harper’s time in power, as well as the story of his path to prime minister, Here for Canada is a must have for any reader interested in leadership, Canadian history, and politics.Spanning a near ten-year journey in government, Mr. Harper’s account takes us behind the scenes of Canada's deft
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The Necessary War, Volume 1

de Tim Cook ...

Series Libro 3 - Canadians Fighting
Co-winner of the 2014-2015 Charles P. Stacey AwardTim Cook, Canada’s leading war historian, ventures deep into World War Two in this epic two-volume story of heroism and horror, of loss and longing, sacrifice and endurance.Written in Cook’s compelling narrative style, this book shows in impressive detail how soldiers, airmen, and sailors fought—the evolving tactics, weapons of war, logistics, and ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Co-winner of the 2014-2015 Charles P. Stacey AwardTim Cook, Canada’s leading war historian, ventures deep into World War Two in this epic two-volume story of heroism and horror, of loss and longing, sacrifice and endurance.Written in Cook’s compelling narrative style, this book shows in impressive detail how soldiers, airmen, and sailors fought—the evolving tactics, weapons of war, logistics, and
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The Midwest Survival Guide

How We Talk, Love, Work, Drink, and Eat . . . Everything with Ranch

de Charlie Berens ...

New York Times BestsellerA hilarious full-color guide to Midwestern culture, from comedian and journalist Charlie Berens, creator of the viral comedic series "The Manitowoc Minute"Have you ever had a goodbye lasting more than four hours? Do you lack the emotional capacity to say “I love you” so you just tell your loved ones to “watch out for deer”? Have you apologized to a stranger because she ... Leer más

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New York Times BestsellerA hilarious full-color guide to Midwestern culture, from comedian and journalist Charlie Berens, creator of the viral comedic series "The Manitowoc Minute"Have you ever had a goodbye lasting more than four hours? Do you lack the emotional capacity to say “I love you” so you just tell your loved ones to “watch out for deer”? Have you apologized to a stranger because she
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Atlantic

Great Sea Battles, Heroic Discoveries, Titanic Storms,and a Vast Ocean of a Million Stories

de Simon Winchester ...

"Variably genial, cautionary, lyrical, admonitory, terrifying, horrifying and inspiring…A lifetime of thought, travel, reading, imagination and memory inform this affecting account." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Blending history and anecdote, geography and reminiscence, science and exposition, New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester tells the breathtaking saga of the Atlantic Ocean ... Leer más

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"Variably genial, cautionary, lyrical, admonitory, terrifying, horrifying and inspiring…A lifetime of thought, travel, reading, imagination and memory inform this affecting account." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Blending history and anecdote, geography and reminiscence, science and exposition, New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester tells the breathtaking saga of the Atlantic Ocean
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Anne Of Green Gables Complete 8 Book Set

de L. M. Montgomery ...

This ebook compiles Lucy Maud Montgomery's complete 'Anne of Green Gables' novels, including "Anne of Green Gables", "Anne of Windy Poplars", "Anne of Ingleside" and "Rainbow Valley". This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By ... Leer más

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This ebook compiles Lucy Maud Montgomery's complete 'Anne of Green Gables' novels, including "Anne of Green Gables", "Anne of Windy Poplars", "Anne of Ingleside" and "Rainbow Valley". This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By
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The Great Polar Fraud

Cook, Peary, and Byrd?How Three American Heroes Duped the World into Thinking They Had Reached the North Pole

de Anthony Galvin ...

In 1910 Roald Amundsen set off from Oslo toward the North Pole but soon received word that two Americans-Frederick Cook and Robert Peary-each claimed to have reached the Pole ahead of him. Devastated, Amundsen famously went south. For years Cook and Peary tried to convince the world of their claims. Finally the National Geographic Society endorsed Peary, and the matter seemed settled. In May 1926 ... Leer más

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In 1910 Roald Amundsen set off from Oslo toward the North Pole but soon received word that two Americans-Frederick Cook and Robert Peary-each claimed to have reached the Pole ahead of him. Devastated, Amundsen famously went south. For years Cook and Peary tried to convince the world of their claims. Finally the National Geographic Society endorsed Peary, and the matter seemed settled. In May 1926
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Lethal Marriage

The Unspeakable Crimes of Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka

de Nick Pron ...

**What the press couldn't reveal—the full story of the monstrous sex slayings that shocked a nation . . .WARNING: This book contains graphic descriptions of violence.**Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo might look like the ideal couple, but they were a nation's most despicable killers. Karla began their depraved sex and murder spree by stealing drugs to knock out her little sister. While Paul raped ... Leer más

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**What the press couldn't reveal—the full story of the monstrous sex slayings that shocked a nation . . .WARNING: This book contains graphic descriptions of violence.**Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo might look like the ideal couple, but they were a nation's most despicable killers. Karla began their depraved sex and murder spree by stealing drugs to knock out her little sister. While Paul raped
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A Captivating Guide to Canadian History

de Jey Herbert ...

You might think you know Canada—especially if you live in North America. But the truth is, most people know surprisingly little about our northern neighbor. Overshadowed by its larger sibling to the south, Canada’s rich and fascinating history often goes unnoticed. Yet it is a story of resilience, diversity, and quiet strength that has shaped a remarkable nation.While written records of Canadian ... Leer más

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You might think you know Canada—especially if you live in North America. But the truth is, most people know surprisingly little about our northern neighbor. Overshadowed by its larger sibling to the south, Canada’s rich and fascinating history often goes unnoticed. Yet it is a story of resilience, diversity, and quiet strength that has shaped a remarkable nation.While written records of Canadian
... Leer más
Jennie's Boy

A Misfit Childhood on an Island of Eccentrics

de Wayne Johnston ...

**** Winner of the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour **The sad, tender, and extremely funny memoir of a boyhood few thought he would survive, including the unforgettable mother and hilarious grandmother who raised himA book to be relished by lovers of such works as The Glass Castle, Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight, and Angela's Ashes**Everything readers love about consummate storyteller ... Leer más

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**** Winner of the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour **The sad, tender, and extremely funny memoir of a boyhood few thought he would survive, including the unforgettable mother and hilarious grandmother who raised himA book to be relished by lovers of such works as The Glass Castle, Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight, and Angela's Ashes**Everything readers love about consummate storyteller
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While Canada Slept

How We Lost Our Place in the World

de Andrew Cohen ...

For how much longer can Canada expect to get a free ride?With 9/11 and the international “war on terrorism,” the time has come to ask some hard questions. Should we continue to starve our military, reduce our humanitarian assistance, dilute our diplomacy, and absent ourselves from global intelligence-gathering? Can we expect to sit at the global table by virtue of our economic power without ... Leer más

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For how much longer can Canada expect to get a free ride?With 9/11 and the international “war on terrorism,” the time has come to ask some hard questions. Should we continue to starve our military, reduce our humanitarian assistance, dilute our diplomacy, and absent ourselves from global intelligence-gathering? Can we expect to sit at the global table by virtue of our economic power without
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Fishing Adventures on the Newfoundland Banks 1860

de W V Wells ...

A good description of a trip on the Rhody Carter out of Marblehead Massachusetts to the Grand Banks in search of Cod during the mid nineteenth century. ... Leer más

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A good description of a trip on the Rhody Carter out of Marblehead Massachusetts to the Grand Banks in search of Cod during the mid nineteenth century.
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The Loxleys and the War of 1812 Novel

The Novelisation

de Alan Grant ...

On June 18th, 1812, the United States of America declared war on Great Britain and looked to conquering Canada as the first military objective of the war.Adapted by the author himself from the best-selling graphic novel, this novelisation introduces the Loxleys, a Canadian family living in the Niagara peninsula, as they're torn apart by the American invasion, and the subsequent war that raged ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

On June 18th, 1812, the United States of America declared war on Great Britain and looked to conquering Canada as the first military objective of the war.Adapted by the author himself from the best-selling graphic novel, this novelisation introduces the Loxleys, a Canadian family living in the Niagara peninsula, as they're torn apart by the American invasion, and the subsequent war that raged
... Leer más
The Day the World Came to Town

9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland

de Jim DeFede ...

The True Story Behind the Events on 9/11 that Inspired Broadway’s Smash Hit Musical Come from Away, Featuring All New Material from the AuthorWhen 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on September 11, the population of this small town on Newfoundland Island swelled from 10,300 to nearly 17,000. The ... Leer más

$14.49 USD

The True Story Behind the Events on 9/11 that Inspired Broadway’s Smash Hit Musical Come from Away, Featuring All New Material from the AuthorWhen 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on September 11, the population of this small town on Newfoundland Island swelled from 10,300 to nearly 17,000. The
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The French and Indian War

Deciding the Fate of North America

de Walter R. Borneman ...

In the summer of 1754, deep in the wilderness of western Pennsylvania, a very young George Washington suffered his first military defeat, and a centuries-old feud between Great Britain and France was rekindled. The war that followed would be fought across virgin territories, from Nova Scotia to the forks of the Ohio River, and it would ultimately decide the fate of the entire North American ... Leer más

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In the summer of 1754, deep in the wilderness of western Pennsylvania, a very young George Washington suffered his first military defeat, and a centuries-old feud between Great Britain and France was rekindled. The war that followed would be fought across virgin territories, from Nova Scotia to the forks of the Ohio River, and it would ultimately decide the fate of the entire North American
... Leer más
I Must Say

My Life As a Humble Comedy Legend

de Martin Short ...

“Short’s endearing memoir is, of course, funny, but it’s also a rare thing: the tale of a genuine human being who’s thrived on planet Hollywood.” — Washington PostIn this engagingly witty, wise, and heartfelt celebrity memoir, Martin Short tells the tale of how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywood's favorite funnymen, known to his famous peers as the ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

“Short’s endearing memoir is, of course, funny, but it’s also a rare thing: the tale of a genuine human being who’s thrived on planet Hollywood.” — Washington PostIn this engagingly witty, wise, and heartfelt celebrity memoir, Martin Short tells the tale of how a showbiz-obsessed kid from Canada transformed himself into one of Hollywood's favorite funnymen, known to his famous peers as the
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A New Kind of Monster

The Secret Life and Shocking True Crimes of an Officer . . . and a Murderer

de Timothy Appleby ...

The horrific and astonishing true story of the double life of Russell Williams, who was at once a respected figure in the Canadian military and a ruthless sado-sexual serial criminal and murderer.A model officer and elite pilot, Colonel Russell Williams was trusted with flying international dignitaries including Queen Elizabeth, as well as commanding Canada's most important military airbase. Yet ... Leer más

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The horrific and astonishing true story of the double life of Russell Williams, who was at once a respected figure in the Canadian military and a ruthless sado-sexual serial criminal and murderer.A model officer and elite pilot, Colonel Russell Williams was trusted with flying international dignitaries including Queen Elizabeth, as well as commanding Canada's most important military airbase. Yet
... Leer más
The Company

The Rise and Fall of the Hudson's Bay Empire

de Stephen Bown ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLERA thrilling new telling of the story of modern Canada's origins.The story of the Hudson's Bay Company, dramatic and adventurous and complex, is the story of modern Canada's creation. And yet it hasn't been told in a book for over thirty years, and never in such depth and vivid detail as in Stephen R. Bown's exciting new telling.The Company started out small in 1670, trading ... Leer más

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NATIONAL BESTSELLERA thrilling new telling of the story of modern Canada's origins.The story of the Hudson's Bay Company, dramatic and adventurous and complex, is the story of modern Canada's creation. And yet it hasn't been told in a book for over thirty years, and never in such depth and vivid detail as in Stephen R. Bown's exciting new telling.The Company started out small in 1670, trading
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A Little History of Canada

de H.V. Nelles ...

This lively and opinionated history is a whirlwind tour of the Canadian land and inhabitants from the earliest human occupation to the present. The country has undergone several fundamental changes - from Indigenous occupation, to French and British colonization, to the rise of an independent nation and distinct society - and it is doing so yet again. Fully revised, this updated 150th anniversary ... Leer más

$8.99 USD

This lively and opinionated history is a whirlwind tour of the Canadian land and inhabitants from the earliest human occupation to the present. The country has undergone several fundamental changes - from Indigenous occupation, to French and British colonization, to the rise of an independent nation and distinct society - and it is doing so yet again. Fully revised, this updated 150th anniversary
... Leer más
Invisible Darkness

The Strange Case Of Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka

de Stephen Williams ...

Perfect for fans of Making a Murderer and The People v. O. J. Simpson, Invisible Darkness is the story of one of the more bizarre cases in recent memory—killings so sensational that they prompted the Canadian government, in the interests of justice, to silence its national press and to lock foreign journalists out of the courts.To all appearances, Paul and Karla Bernardo had a fairytale marriage: ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

Perfect for fans of Making a Murderer and The People v. O. J. Simpson, Invisible Darkness is the story of one of the more bizarre cases in recent memory—killings so sensational that they prompted the Canadian government, in the interests of justice, to silence its national press and to lock foreign journalists out of the courts.To all appearances, Paul and Karla Bernardo had a fairytale marriage:
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Valley of the Birdtail

An Indian Reserve, a White Town, and the Road to Reconciliation

de Andrew Stobo Sniderman, Douglas Sanderson ...

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLERWinner – 2023 Stubbendieck Great Plains Distinguished Book PrizeWinner – 2023 John W. Dafoe Book PrizeWinner – 2023 High Plains Book Award for Indigenous WriterWinner – 2022 Manitoba Historical Society Margaret McWilliams Book Award for Local HistoryWinner – 2023 Quebec Writers’ Federation Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-Fiction and Concord... ... Leer más

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THE NATIONAL BESTSELLERWinner – 2023 Stubbendieck Great Plains Distinguished Book PrizeWinner – 2023 John W. Dafoe Book PrizeWinner – 2023 High Plains Book Award for Indigenous WriterWinner – 2022 Manitoba Historical Society Margaret McWilliams Book Award for Local HistoryWinner – 2023 Quebec Writers’ Federation Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-Fiction and Concord...
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The War That Made America

A Short History of the French and Indian War

de Fred Anderson ...

**The globe's first true world war comes vividly to life in this "rich, cautionary tale" (The New York Times Book Review)The French and Indian War -the North American phase of a far larger conflagration, the Seven Years' War-remains one of the most important, and yet misunderstood, episodes in American history. Fred Anderson takes readers on a remarkable journey through the vast conflict that, ... Leer más

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**The globe's first true world war comes vividly to life in this "rich, cautionary tale" (The New York Times Book Review)The French and Indian War -the North American phase of a far larger conflagration, the Seven Years' War-remains one of the most important, and yet misunderstood, episodes in American history. Fred Anderson takes readers on a remarkable journey through the vast conflict that,
... Leer más
Dominion

The Railway and the Rise of Canada

de Stephen Bown ...

**NATIONAL BESTSELLERNamed Best Book of the Year by the Globe and Mail, History Today and The Hill TimesA gripping and eye-opening account of the building of the engineering triumph that created a nation: the Canadian Pacific Railway**The sharp decline of the demand for fur in the late nineteenth century could have spelled economic disaster for the venerable Hudson’s Bay Company, but an idea ... Leer más

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**NATIONAL BESTSELLERNamed Best Book of the Year by the Globe and Mail, History Today and The Hill TimesA gripping and eye-opening account of the building of the engineering triumph that created a nation: the Canadian Pacific Railway**The sharp decline of the demand for fur in the late nineteenth century could have spelled economic disaster for the venerable Hudson’s Bay Company, but an idea
... Leer más
Canada and the Canadians (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Complete Edition (Vol. 1&2)

de Richard Henry Bonnycastle, Willa Merynford ...

Canada and the Canadians is a wide-ranging nineteenth-century account of British North America, combining travel narrative, political observation, geography, and colonial social commentary. Written in a vigorous, descriptive prose, it surveys landscapes, settlements, institutions, resources, and the habits of diverse communities, while situating Canada within the imperial debates that followed ... Leer más

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Canada and the Canadians is a wide-ranging nineteenth-century account of British North America, combining travel narrative, political observation, geography, and colonial social commentary. Written in a vigorous, descriptive prose, it surveys landscapes, settlements, institutions, resources, and the habits of diverse communities, while situating Canada within the imperial debates that followed
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