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Friendship enables plots about rivalry, education, compassion, pity, deceit, betrayal, animosity, and breakup. It crosses boundaries of gender, class, nationality, disposition, race, age, and experience. The essays in Friendship and the Novel illustrate that friendship, in its many forms, is a central problem and abiding mystery in fiction.

The significance, effects, and legitimacy of Section 33 of the Charter have been vigorously debated. The Notwithstanding Clause and the Canadian Charter examines the NWC from all perspectives, asking who should have the last word on matters of rights and justice - the legislatures or the judiciary - and what balance liberal democracy requires.

Drawing on the writing of over one hundred diarists, this book takes us into the heart of informal neighbourhood labour exchanges known as "bees" and the context of farm families' daily lives in Southern Ontario. It sheds light on the workways of rural people and on how neighbouring was a dynamic and progressive aspect of agricultural change, as well as a key element in fashioning rural culture.

And Still the Sky is Pink and Blue by Joan Hill is a poetry collection consisting of at least 45 intimate and family-centred poems.Excerpt from And Still the Sky is Pink and Blue by Joan Hill:"This is the year I grew old knocked down by those who claimedthey meant no harm. Though when it came to saving me each took his bitetrustee, lawyer, real estate agent and the biggest chunk of alltaken by the one who claimed he loved me most. This is the year I grew old became aware of lawscareless of the lives they dislodge designed to break down wallsto shatter this house of strong timbers solid as rock. This is the year I grew old my children and Imake our way alone,our life endedas sharply as the lines I slashed on paper reduced to a scarred charcoal image."

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Canada"--Provided by publisher.

Old ways are pitted against new horrors in this compellingly crafted, “atmospherically beautiful” (Kirkus Reviews) dystopian tale about a girl who is both healer and seer.Two hundred years from now, blood has become the most valuable commodity on the planet—especially the blood of aboriginal peoples, for it contains antibodies that protect them from the Plague ravaging the rest of the world. Sixteen-year-old Cassandra Mercredi might be immune to the Plague, but that doesn’t mean she’s safe—government forces are searching for those of aboriginal heritage to harvest their blood. When a search threatens Cassandra and her family, they flee to the Island: a mysterious and idyllic territory protected by the Band, a group of guerilla warriors—and by an enigmatic energy barrier that keeps outsiders out and the spirit world in. And though the village healer has taken her under her wing, and the tribal leader’s son into his heart, the creatures of the spirit world are angry, and they have chosen Cassandra to be their voice and instrument... Incorporating the traditions of the First Peoples as well as the more familiar stories of Greek mythology and Arthurian legend, Shadows Cast by Stars is a haunting, beautifully written story that breathes new life into ancient customs.

Durch einen brutalen Mord verlieren Tommy und Samantha Monroe ihre Eltern, die durch ihre liebe- und verständnisvolle Beziehung das harmonische Familienleben im australischen Melbourne prägten. Die abenteuerliche Suche nach dem Mörder führt die Geschwister über die Vereinigten Staaten, wo Samantha gefangen genommen und entführt wird, bis in die Wildnis der kanadischen Rocky Mountains. Dort begegnet Samantha dem Wildhüter Julian Stevens. Nach einer ereignisreichen und lebensgefährlichen Verfolgungsjagd durch die Wildnis scheint sich alles zum Guten zu wenden. Doch kurz nach ihrer Rückkehr in Melbourne werden sie von einem Unbekannten bedroht und entkommen nur knapp einem Mordanschlag. Bald darauf ereignet sich ein weiterer tragischer Schicksalsschlag, der Samanthas Leben für immer verändern wird.Yalinga, das in der Wildnis aufgefundene Wolfsjunge, begleitet Samantha als Schutzengel während der spannend und gefühlvoll geschilderten, dramatischen Ereignisse.

In this story of a son, his mother, and her Alzheimer's disease, a small Maritime town transforms into the loom on which the shared and contested memories of three generations are woven, unraveled, and rewoven.

""Step into the enchanting world of the American Southwest withWilla Cather's timeless masterpiece, 'Death Comes for theArchbishop.' Set against the backdrop of the rugged and awe-inspiring landscapes of New Mexico, this novel weaves amesmerizing tale of faith, friendship, and the enduring spirit ofthe human soul.Follow the journey of Father Jean Marie Latour and FatherJoseph Vaillant, two dedicated missionaries sent by the Vaticanto establish the Catholic Church in the newly acquired Americanterritories. As they traverse the vast desert plains and encounter atapestry of cultures and characters, their mission becomes notonly a spiritual endeavor but also a profound exploration of thehuman condition.Cather's lyrical prose transports readers to a bygone era, wherethe clash of tradition and progress, the beauty of the naturalworld, and the complexities of the human heart converge. 'DeathComes for the Archbishop' is a deeply moving and thought-provoking novel that celebrates the enduring power of faith andthe unbreakable bonds of friendship. It is a literary journey thatwill stay with you long after you turn the final page, reminding usthat, in the end, death comes for us all, but the legacy of our liveslives on in the hearts and minds of those we touch.""

The shift from fear to love is the miracle of our lives!Have you been to yourselfin all of this noise?Are you living your dreams?Does your soul have a voice?When you close your eyes,what do you see?Where your heart meets your soul,who must you be?Will your why be your way?How will you tell your story?The path of discovery is to find and to be found by the poetry within.Cuoreosity is a poetic invitation to live into the questions. The questions that have no right to go away. The questions that deal with who we are becoming.The word for heart in Italian is "Cuore". The suffix, "osity", reflects "the quality of being."Cuoreosity is a journey into the heArt of our Being! The journey inwards. The journey to our soul.On the wings of these words, heart broken loose on the wind, soul ignited, may we come home to love.The door only opens from the inside!

The eighteen pieces collected in Mrs. Golightly and Other Stories bring together the many and subtle voices of Ethel Wilson, demonstrating her extraordinary range as a writer. From the gentle mockery of the title story to the absurdist reportage of "Mr. Sleepwalker,” Wilson exerts unerring narrative control. Revealing what is "simple and complicated and timeless” in everyday life, these stories also venture into irrational realms of experience where chance encounters assume a malevolent form and coincidence transmuted into nightmare.First published in 1961, Mrs. Golightly and Other Stories is a diverse and rewarding collection, unified by Ethel Wilson's distinct and engaging wit.

Smoke is award-winning children's author Nicola Winstanley's first work for adults and it showcases her ability to create the unforgettable characters she's known for. This deftly written linked short story collection moves between New Zealand and Canada following the lives of a fascinating collection of characters.

Canada is one of the few nations in the Western world that does not teach its history to its young people and to its new citizens. The result is a nation that does not understand and respect its past. J. L . Granatstein's impassioned evaluation of the study. and teaching of Canadian history is even more relevant today than when it was first published nine years ago. The original edition of this slim but eloquent polemic caused a stir with its revelations that Canadian history had all but vanished from schools and universities in favour of trendy subjects and specialized social history.Almost a decade later, however, nothing has been done, and even less Canadian history is taught today in most provinces. In this revised edition-updated with a new introduction and conclusion, and two new chapters-Granatstein once more addresses the question of who killed Canadian history and offers detailed suggestions for putting history back into the schools and the minds of Canadians.

In this arresting debut collection Ellen Chang-Richardson writes of race, of injury and of belonging in stunning poems that fade in and out of the page. History swirls through this collection like a summer storm, as she brings her father's, and her own, stories to light, writing against the background of the institutional racism of Canada, the Chinese Exclusion Act, the head tax and more. From Taiwan in the early 1990s to Oakville in the late 1990s, Toronto in the 2010s, Cambodia in the mid-1970s and Ottawa in the 2020s, Blood Belies takes the reader through time, asking them what it means to look the way we do? To carry scars? To persevere? To hope?

In The Dialogues: The Song of Francis Pegahmagabow, award-winning author Armand Garnet Ruffo brings to life not only the story of the famed WWI Indigenous sniper, but also the complexities of telling Indigenous stories.

In "Life In Stitches," discover the enthralling journey of Bonita Smith, a determined young woman who dares to chase her dreams in the fierce world of New York City's fashion industry. Her story is one of ambition, betrayal, and redemption as she navigates through the challenges of a conservative upbringing, the intricacies of high fashion, and the complexities of personal relationships. Bonita's quest to make her mark in the fashion world is intertwined with themes of friendship, love, and resilience. This captivating tale is not just about fashion-it's a story of a woman's relentless pursuit of her dreams against all odds.

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Reignite The Embers is perfect for fans of Kate Baer and Melody Godfred!Reignite The Embers is a collection of poems portraying the beautiful, and sometimes confusing, journey of new beginnings. From the ashes of broken dreams and stifled confidence, to the spark of a sudden connection and new love, these words stand tall in their underlying message: There is new life in the act-and courage-of starting over. This collection is a winding path from heartbreak to numbness, doubt to distrust, fear to empowerment, physical awakening to mental serenity, unforeseen love for both oneself and an unlikely partner, and finally, unexpected peace.

The Canadian Freeholder: In Three Dialogues Between An Englishman And A Frenchman, Settled In Canada. Shewing The Sentiments Of The Bulk Of The Freeholders Of Canada Concerning The Late Quebec-Act; With Some Remarks On The Boston-Charter Act; And An Attempt To Shew The Great Expediency Of Immediately Repealing Both Those Acts Of Parliament, And Of Making Some Other Useful Regulations And Concessions To His Majesty'S American Subjects, As A Ground For A Reconciliation With The United Colonies In America ..

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Short-listed for the Forest of Reading Red Maple Award, 2012 Before you judge me, there are two things you should know about why I did it. Shana Tremain is a good kid. She knows right from wrong and she's never been in any serious trouble. But when her best friend, Carrie, comes to her for help, Shana agrees to break the law to save Carrie from a molester. She even feels good about it for a while. Then trouble starts. Someone in their group of friends is stealing from the others. As she searches for the truth, Shana uncovers evidence that raises a terrifying question: Has she made a horrible mistake? Faced with the reality of what she's done, Shana finds herself trapped in a web of her own lies and deceit. Can she convince the right people that she's telling the truth now? Either way it's clear someone is going to pay a terrible price for her crime.

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"One July day four hundred years ago, Samuel de Champlain stepped out of a small boat at Quebec and began a great adventure.” So begins Christopher Moore's riveting account of the life of the extraordinary, daring "father of New France.” Samuel de Champlain helped found the first permanent French settlement in the New World; he established the village that eventually became the great city of Quebec; he was a skilled cartographer who gave us many of our first accurate maps of North America; he forged alliances with Native nations that laid the foundations for vast trading networks; and as governor, he set New France on the road to becoming a productive, self-sufficient, thriving colony. But Champlain was also a man who suffered his share of defeats and disappointments. That first permanent settlement was abandoned after a disastrous winter claimed the lives of half the colonists. His marriage to a child bride was unhappy and marked by long separations. Eventually Quebec had to be surrendered temporarily to the English in 1629. In this remarkable book, illustrated entirely with paintings, archival maps, and original artifacts, Christopher Moore brings to life this complex man and, through him, creates a portrait of Canada in its earliest days. Champlain is illustrated with archival maps and paintings. Additional artwork has been provided by Francis Back.