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  • History of Libraries of the Western World

    This edition of the History of Libraries in the Western World represents a substantial revision of the earlier edition, taking into account the "information revolution" that has swept the West since 1945 and the political revolution that swept across Europe beginning in 1986. In addition, recent scholarship has been incorporated throughout the text, with special emphasis on the work centered ... Read more

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  • Solitude

    A Singular Life in a Crowded World

    Governor General's Award-winner Michael Harris explores the profound emotional and intellectual benefits of solitude, and how we may achieve it in our fast-paced world.The capacity to be alone--properly alone--is one of life's subtlest skills. Real solitude is a contented and productive state that garners tangible rewards: it allows us to reflect and recharge, improving our relationships with ... Read more

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  • Farley and Claire

    A Love Story

    Series series Foreword by Margaret Atwood
    “Farley and Claire is a love story, a biography, a Tale of Two Farleys, or perhaps three: the public one, the private one, and the secret one.”—Margaret AtwoodThe tumultuous, enduring love story between iconic writer Farley Mowat and his wife Claire, including excerpts from their passionate letters, published here for the first time.When Farley Mowat met Claire Wheeler in August 1960, the ... Read more

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  • Brandywine

    A Military History of the Battle that Lost Philadelphia but Saved America, September 11, 1777

    Winner of the American Revolution Round Table of Richmond Book Award—"An impressive interpretation of the battle" (Arthur S. Lefkowitz, author of Benedict Arnold's Army).Long overshadowed by the stunning American victory at Saratoga, the complex British campaign that defeated George Washington's colonial army and led to the capture of the capital city of Philadelphia was one of the most important ... Read more

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  • All We Want

    Building the Life We Cannot Buy

    **"No writer is as humane, insightful, and clear-eyed as Michael Harris. His journey into the rabbit hole of consumer desire is one we all need to follow, and he makes it a joy along the way." —Susan Orlean, author of The Library Book and The Orchid ThiefOur lives are defined by a story of endless growth and consumption. Now a climate crisis demands that we change. Can we write new stories?**In ... Read more

    $13.99 CAD

  • Historic Haunts of Savannah

    Series series Haunted America
    Georgia's oldest city plays hostess to a bevy of ghostly guests whose stories are wrapped up in its rich southern history.As one of America's most haunted cities, Savannah, Georgia, has a long list of stories of the supernatural, such as the story of the first two people hanged in colonial Savannah for the murder of their abusive master. Or James Stark, a tempestuous planter, and Dr. Philip Minis, ... Read more

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  • A Pair of Sedona Miracles

    Life as Seen by Sam and Athena a Pair of Hybrids in a Land of Conformity

    Sam’s story is well known to Sedona residents. He is a coyote hybrid whose story is well told in the book The Miracle of Sam. Now he has a beautiful sister named Athena, a wolf hybrid who came to us from the local shelter, just like Sam. Things changed for the better when Sam, Athena, Mike, and Linda became a family unit. This book tells how Sam, Mike, Linda, and Athena found each other and ... Read more

    $5.39 CAD

  • United States Marines in World War II

    Courage, Sacrifice, and Resilience in World War II

    In the collective anthology, *United States Marines in World War II*, the reader is invited to explore the varied and integral roles played by the United States Marine Corps during one of history's most pivotal conflicts. The collection showcases a diversity of literary styles ranging from personal narratives to detailed historical analyses, each piece contributing to a robust tapestry of the ... Read more

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  • Party of One

    Stephen Harper And Canada's Radical Makeover

    InParty of One,investigative journalist Michael Harris closely examines the majority government of a prime minister essentially unchecked by the opposition and empowered by the general election victory of May 2011. Harris looks at Harper’s policies, instincts, and the often breathtaking gap between his stated political principles and his practices.Harris argues that Harper is more than a master of ... Read more

    $14.99 CAD

  • The End Of Absence

    Reclaiming What We’ve Lost in a World of Constant Connection

    Only one generation in history (ours) will experience life both with and without the Internet. For everyone who follows us, online life will simply be the air they breathe. Today, we revel in ubiquitous information and constant connection, rarely stopping to consider the implications for our logged-on lives.Michael Harris chronicles this massive shift, exploring what we’ve gained—and lost—in the ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD

  • Germantown

    A Military History of the Battle for Philadelphia, October 4, 1777

    The award–winning author of Brandywine examines a pivotal but overlooked battle of the American Revolution's Philadelphia Campaign.Today, Germantown is a busy Philadelphia neighborhood. On October 4, 1777, it was a small village on the outskirts of the colonial capital—and the site of one of the American Revolution's largest battles. Now Michael C. Harris sheds new light on this important action ... Read more

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  • The Brandywine Campaign, 1777

    Series Book 63 - Casemate Illustrated
    Provides a detailed account of the 1777 Battle of Brandywine, revealing how Washington’s forces fought bravely despite ultimately losing Philadelphia to the British.The Brandywine River calmly meanders through the Pennsylvania countryside today, but on September 11, 1777, it served as the scenic backdrop for the largest battle of the American Revolution, one that encompassed more troops over more ... Read more

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