A lively, readable, and informative account of life in Moscow by the wife of a Canadian military attaché who witnessed the last days of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War. |
Lucy likes to take risks and shock her friends. Now Lucy has a brand new plan: to take the trip of her life!
Paperback Out of print
9781550289381 | Published: October 2006 |
Lately, the star goalkeeper on Linh-Mais team has been acting a little strange missing easy saves, passing to the wrong teammates, not noticing Linh-Mais new glassesÂ… Linh-Mai thinks he might need glasses of his own, but the problem turns out to be more serious. |
Matt Thompson is in trouble again. A rare old book about legendary track star Alfie Shrubb has gone missing from the local museum, and all fingers point to Matt.
Hardback Out of stock indefinitely
9781550289176 | Published: October 2006 |
The ill-fated maiden voyage of the great "unsinkable ship," carrying with it the hopes and dreams of humankind in its massive decks and luxurious cabins, may have started in England, but it ended in catastrophe and despair off the coast of Halifax, Canada. A touching reminder of the fallibility of man-made machines, the repercussions of the loss of the Titanic are still felt today. This heart-warming collection of stories tells of the intimate connection that Canada has with one of the most resounding tragedies of the twentieth century.
Paperback Out of print
9781554391264 | Published: August 2006 |
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. |
Unsung Heroes of the Canadian ArmyIncredible Tales of Courage and Daring During World War II(Amazing Stories)By Cynthia FaryonWith a completely selfless indifference to enemy fire, the quiet heroes featured in this book faced danger and atrocity. With courage and audacity they fought for their lives - and they fought for ours. From the whistling of enemy shells and pounding of explosives come these inspiring stories of friendship, loyalty, determination, and bravery. Relive the events that influenced the outcome of World War II and meet the heroes who helped shape life as we know it today.
Paperback Active
9781554390090 | Published: July 2006 |
Hearth and Home is a social history that evokes the sights, smells, and tastes of historic kitchens and tells the story of the women who tended the fire to nourish their families or feed a hungry fortful. |
Strange Events of OntarioChilling Tales of Phantoms, Curses and Hauntings(Amazing Stories)By Andrew Hind, By Maria Da SilvaRead up on the eerie events of Ontario's history that will challenge reason and provoke curiosity. |
Linh-Mai has always admired the acrobatic moves of her soccer teams goalie -- Flyin' Brian. But her admiration becomes concern when an eye disease causes Brian to start losing his vision.
Paperback Out of stock indefinitely
9781550289183 | Published: May 2006 |