North America local history
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The Blue Castle"If it had not rained on a certain May morning, Valancy Stirling's whole life would have been entirely different. . ." One day, Valancy Stirling, a quiet, shy old maid, decides to stop listening to her nosy, small-minded relatives and start doing exactly as...
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The Artistry of La Catrina Coloring Book: Día de MuertosStep into a world of mesmerizing beauty with the The Artistry of La Catrina Coloring Book: Día de Muertos Stained Glass edition. Celebrate the rich traditions of Día de Muertos as you embark on a coloring journey like no other.Each page of this enchanting...
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Seeking Social Democracy: Seven Decades in the Fight for EqualityThe first full-length treatment of Ed Broadbent's ideas and remarkable seven-decade engagement in public life Part memoir, part history, part political manifesto, Seeking Social Democracy offers the first full-length treatment of Ed Broadbent's ideas and remarkable seven-decade engagement in public life. In dialogue with...
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Salmonbellies vs. the World: The Story of Lacrosse's Most Famous Team & Their Greatest OpponentsIn 1889, in an obscure corner of the British Empire called New Westminster, a few dedicated lacrosse players and sportsmen put together a team of world-beaters. In today's era of manufactured teams with generic names, the New Westminster Salmonbellies stand with the old guard:...
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Pocket Montreal & Quebec City 3Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal and Quebec City is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Savour Quebecois cuisine, stroll through Montreal's parks, and explore Quebec City's Citadelle; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of...
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Off We Go to Mexico (Bilingual Spanish & English)Travel to Mexico and discover its many wonders, from the amazing monarch butterflies in the Highlands to a mariachi show in the village square. The rhyme and lyricism of the text is complemented by educational endnotes about the history of the country, national fiestas,...
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New Brunswick Was His Country: The Life of William Francis GanongRegularly described as New Brunswick's greatest scholar, William Francis Ganong (1864-1941) wrote more than many people have ever read. His range of interests is reflected in his vast body of work: botany, zoology, physiography, cartography, and native languages were all within his reach. But...
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National Geographic: Canada 2024 Wall CalendarFrom the great northern tundra to glacial lakes, to colorful coniferous autumns and rolling prairies, National Geographic Canada 2024 Wall Calendar features twelve months of the vast rugged beauty of the second largest country in the world. This bilingual English/French twelve-month calendar showcases...
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My Mother's LegacyA survival story and celebration of one woman's life, My Mother's Legacy is also a glimpse of the spirit, culture, and history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. From life on the trapline in the Far North to meeting the Pope at the Vatican, this...
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My Mother's LegacyA survival story and celebration of one woman's life, My Mother's Legacy is also a glimpse of the spirit, culture, and history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. From life on the trapline in the Far North to meeting the Pope at the Vatican, this...
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Mexico CityMexico City has been a bustling center of activity through many different empires! This nonfiction title examines how Mexico City's past has shaped the city it is today. Narrative text and colorful illustrations immerse readers in several important times in the city's history, while...
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Cave Paintings of Baja CaliforniaAuthor: Harry Crosby, CrosbyPublisher: Sunbelt PublicationsPublished: 01/01/1998Pages: 246Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 2.50lbsSize: 9.80h x 10.10w x 0.60dISBN: 9780932653239Review Citation(s): Kirkus Reviews 11/15/1997 pg. 1699Publishers Weekly 01/05/1998 pg. 53Booklist 04/01/1998 pg. 1298Library Journal 09/01/1998 pg. 176Publishers Weekly 01/01/1998
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A Knock on the Door: The Essential History of Residential Schools from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada"It can start with a knock on the door one morning. It is the local Indian agent, or the parish priest, or, perhaps, a Mounted Police officer." So began the school experience of many Indigenous children in Canada for more than a hundred years,...
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111 Places in Victoria That You Must Not Miss- The ultimate insider's guide to Victoria, British Columbia, for locals and experienced travelers- Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides- Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide- Appeals...
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Toronto Street Names: An Illustrated Guide to Their OriginsDeserves a place on every Toronto history buff's bookshelf. -- Canadian Book Review Annual Toronto Street Names provides a highly visible record of the past of Canada's largest city. It commemorates the people and events that have shaped the place and tells the fascinating...
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The Milepost 2024: Alaska Travel PlannerThe Milepost is the best-selling travel guide to Alaska and a "quintessential reference" for northern travelers. The Milepost includes mile-by-mile descriptions of more than 15,000 miles of road in Alaska, Yukon, Northwest Territories, British Columbia and Alberta. Its 700-plus pages detail accommodations, camping, fishing,...
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A Voice of Her Own: Volume 18A Voice of Her Own profiles fifty-two ranch women from Western Canada. With this book, the editors have brought to light a little-discussed aspect of ranching: the valuable contributions of women in an industry traditionally thought of as the domain of men. These women...
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A Short History of the Canadian PeopleThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...
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Best Road Trips Canada 3Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Canada's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Marvel at the Niagara Falls, spot whales in Newfoundland and sample wine on the Okanagan Valley...
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Hidden Behind the Mist of Arrow Lakes: So Deep Are the Sinister Secrets That Hide in Plain SightThe cold-blooded slaughter of humans in the Holocaust must never be lost to the marching of time. In the Arrow Lakes region of British Columbia, Canada, individuals with ties to the Nazi era-some born during the war and others after-adopted new identities, cleverly altering...
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