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  • Do Not Disturb

    The Story of a Political Murder and an African Regime Gone Bad

    by Michela Wrong ...
    A powerful investigation into a grisly political murder and the authoritarian regime behind it: Do Not Disturb upends the narrative that Rwanda sold the world after one of the deadliest genocides of the twentieth century.We think we know the story of Africa’s Great Lakes region. Following the Rwandan genocide, an idealistic group of young rebels overthrew the brutal regime in Kigali, ushering in ... Read more

    Was $24.99 CAD Now $20.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • In the Footsteps of Mr Kurtz

    Living on the Brink of Disaster in the Congo (Text Only)

    by Michela Wrong ...
    ‘Joyous … a book that makes other journalists weep with envy’ The Economist 'Provocative, touching, and sensitively written … an eloquent, brilliantly researched account’ Sunday TimesOne of The Economist’s best books by foreign correspondents.A story of grim comedy amid the apocalypse and a celebration of the sheer indestructibility of the human spirit in a nation run riot: Michela Wrong’s vision ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD

  • It’s Our Turn to Eat

    by Michela Wrong ...
    A gripping account of both an individual caught on the horns of an excruciating moral dilemma and a continent at a turning point.When Michela Wrong's Kenyan friend John Githongo appeared one cold February morning on the doorstep of her London flat, carrying a small mountain of luggage and four trilling mobile phones he seemed determined to ignore, it was clear something had gone very wrong in a ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD

  • I Didn’t Do It For You

    How the World Used and Abused a Small African Nation (Text Only)

    by Michela Wrong ...
    One small East African country embodies the battered history of the continent: patronised by colonialists, riven by civil war, confused by Cold War manoeuvring, proud, colorful, with Africa's best espresso and worst rail service. Michela Wrong brilliantly reveals the contradictions and comedy, past and present, of Eritrea.Just as the beat of a butterfly’s wings is said to cause hurricanes on the ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD

  • The Conquest of New France: a Chronicle of the Colonial Wars

    by George Wrong ...
    "Many centuries of European history had been marked by war almost ceaseless between France and England when these two states first confronted each other in America. The conflict for the New World was but the continuation of an age-long antagonism in the Old, intensified now by the savagery of the wilderness and by new dreams of empire. There was another potent cause of strife which had not existed ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence

    by George McKinnon Wrong ...
    "Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence" by George McKinnon Wrong offers a detailed exploration of the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the pivotal role played by George Washington and his fellow military leaders. Wrong meticulously chronicles the strategies, battles, and personal dynamics that defined the conflict, providing readers with a vivid ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Canadian Manor and Its Seigneurs: The Story of a Hundred Years, 1761-1861

    by George McKinnon Wrong ...
    "A Canadian Manor and Its Seigneurs: The Story of a Hundred Years, 1761-1861" by George McKinnon Wrong delves into the intricate history of a Canadian manor, exploring the lives of its seigneurs and the socio-political dynamics of the time. The narrative captures the essence of the manor's establishment and its evolution over a century, highlighting the relationships between the French and English ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence

    by George McKinnon Wrong ...
    THE COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF Moving among the members of the second Continental Congress, which met at Philadelphia in May, 1775, was one, and but one, military figure. George Washington alone attended the sittings in uniform. This colonel from Virginia, now in his forty-fourth year, was a great landholder, an owner of slaves, an Anglican churchman, an aristocrat, everything that stands in contrast with ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Conquest of New France: A Chronicle of the Colonial Wars

    by George McKinnon Wrong ...
    The Conflict Opens: Frontenac And Phips Many centuries of European history had been marked by war almost ceaseless between France and England when these two states first confronted each Other in America. The conflict for the New World was but the continuation of an age-long antagonism in the Old, intensified now by the savagery of the wilderness and by new dreams of empire. There was another ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The War Chief of the Six Nations: A Chronicle of Joseph Brant

    Enriched edition. A Chronicle of Indigenous Leadership during the Revolutionary War

    by Louis Aubrey Wood, Rachel Kirk ...
    In "The War Chief of the Six Nations: A Chronicle of Joseph Brant," Louis Aubrey Wood intricately chronicles the life of Joseph Brant, a prominent Mohawk leader during the American Revolution. Through a vivid narrative that marries historical fact with rich storytelling, Wood captures the complexities of Brant's role as a mediator between British colonial interests and the indigenous peoples of ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Dawn of Canadian History : A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada

    Enriched edition. Exploring Indigenous Canada: An Insightful Journey through Early Canadian History

    by Stephen Leacock, Trevor Whitaker ...
    In "The Dawn of Canadian History: A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada," Stephen Leacock embarks on a meticulous exploration of the rich tapestry of Indigenous life in Canada prior to European contact. Leacock's narrative is characterized by its engaging prose and a historical lens that combines both scholarly rigor and anecdotal charm, reflecting the literary style prevalent in the early 20th century ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • History of England (1688-1815)

    Exploring England from Revolution to War

    by E. M. Wrong ...
    In "History of England (1688-1815)," E. M. Wrong meticulously chronicles the significant transformations in English society, politics, and culture during a dynamic period marked by profound change. Wrong'Äôs erudite narrative weaves together a rich tapestry of historical events, employing a clear and engaging prose style that is both informative and accessible. This work stands out not only for ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus