Название: Legends in their time: Young heroes and victims of Canada
Автор: George Sherwood
Издательство: Natural Heritage / Natural History Inc.
Год: 2006
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 273
Размер: 15,28 МБ
Язык: english
A remarkable cast of past and present young Canadians stride across the pages of Legends In Their Time, each having a significant role to play in Canadian history. Beginning in the 1500s and moving on into the 20th century, each chapter contributes insights into the evolution of Canada as a nation.Author George Sherwood's thorough research and his scene setting bring to life the heroic accomplishments and tragic exploits that make Canada's story a fascinating and entertaining account. Included are explorer Etienne Brule; Osborne Anderson, survivor of Harper's Ferry; inventor Armand Bombardier; human rights activist Toy Jin "Jean" Wong; and the heroic Terry Fox, to name but a few of the extraordinary lives that are chronicled. Complementing the text are historic photographs and original artwork by award-winning artist Stewart Sherwood."For those who think Canada lacks heroes or Canada does not honour its heroes, Legends In Their Time is the book for you.