In an era of civil wars, ethnic cleansings, and genocides, Canada's peacekeepers work feverishly for the salvation of thousands. In the midst of massacres and chaos, turmoil and desperation, machetes and machine guns, heroes such as Lieutenant General Roméo Dallaire and Major Brent Beardsley cross barbed wire, language barriers, and ethnic divides to enforce peace.
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9781554390632 | Published: April 2005 |
This is the story of the Montreal Canadiens -- one of the most sucessful sports franchises in North America. |
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. |
In 1876, at only 29 years old, Alexander Graham Bell completed the invention that would turn him into a household name: the telephone. The amazing story of this invention, and Bell's lifelong quest for improving the way things work. |
The extremes of Canadian weather -- from tornadoes to snowstorms -- in a country with vast geographical and climatic variations |
The mysteries of the Oak Island treasure that have baffled for over 200 years |
The stories of nine ill-fated ships are told in this exciting collection of shipwreck tales, which feature hope and despair, triumph and catastrophe.
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9781552774151 | Published: May 2009 |
The Toronto Maple Leafs is one of Canada's greatest hockey franchises. From their humble beginnings in the 1920s, to their remarkable Stanley Cup victories of the 1940s and 1960s, to their team-building challenges of the 1990s and beyond, the Leafs have a history packed with exhilarating accomlishments and devastating setbacks. This is their story -- the incredible story of a beloved Canadian institution. |
L. M. Montgomery, the creator of Anne of Green Gables and author of more than 20 books, is a household name the world over. Anne of Green Gables has been translated into 40 different languages and immortalized on film, television, and stage. The spirited story of orphaned Anne was inspired by the natural beauty of Prince Edward Island.
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9781551537757 | Published: October 2004 |
Christmas in CanadaA Collection of Heartwarming Legends, Tales and TraditionsBy Megan Durnford, By Joyce Glasner, By Cheryl MacDonald, By Rich MoleChristmas 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 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.
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9781551537597 | Published: October 2004 |