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The Spirit of Canada

Author: Barbara Hehner

The Spirit of Canada, a stunning anthology that celebrates our country’s life and times, is filled to the brim with stories, songs, poems, legends, and more. This remarkable collection is a must-have for every library. With one hundred and fifty illustrations by some of Canada’s most prestigious children’s book artists, The Spirit of Canada will prove to be a useful reference guide, as well as a keepsake for generations to come. Beginning with native creation myths, readers are introduced to a cross-section of Canadian history. Chapters include the discovery of the New World, early settlement, and Confederation, as well as legends, humour, and multiculturalism.

$29.95

Description

The Spirit of Canada highlights classic pieces as well as hidden gems. Selections include: The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W. Service; In Flanders Fields by John McCrae; Canadian Railway Trilogy by Gordon Lightfoot; The Hockey Sweater by Roch Carrier; This Was My Brother by Mona Gould; and I Am a Canadian #1 by Duke Redbird.

Additional information

Weight 1.04 kg
Dimensions 10.9 × 8.5 × 0.9 cm
ISBN 13

9781894121149

Published date

2000

Author

Barbara Hehner

Publisher

Fitzhenry and Whiteside Ltd.

Format

Paperback

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