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  • Half-Hearted Enemies

    Half-Hearted Enemies

    Author John Boileau explores the involvement of Nova Scotia in the War of 1812 and the provinces' spoils, and casualties, of the war.

    $22.95, Paperback
  • Hurricane Juan

    Hurricane Juan

    For anyone who wants to relive that September night, this book serves as a record and a reminder of how when the weather is at its worst, Nova Scotians are often at their best.
    $9.95, Paperback
  • Marilou Keeps a Camel

    Marilou Keeps a Camel

    In this amusing story, Marilou and her friends share with each other all they know about camels, where they come from and what they need.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 5-10
  • Leo's Midnight Rescue

    Leo's Midnight Rescue

    One evening Leo's friend Julio disappears. Leo and his classmate Butch are very worried because Julio is a vampire and cannot be exposed to daylight. The boys have to get as much help as they can to find Julio before daybreak.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 6-9
    Lexile Reading Level: 500L
  • Toby's Very Important Question

    Toby's Very Important Question

    On the morning after Christmas, someone phones Toby's family to tell them that Toby's aunt has died in a car accident. After the ceremony, Toby notices that although everyone is very sad, they are also able to smile, chat and even sing. He wonders why people can be both happy and sad.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 5-10
  • Bold Privateers

    Bold Privateers

    Bold Privateers is a collection of fascinating stories of the era's notorious privateers. It recalls the exploits of privateer captains, their fortunes and failures, reveals the importance of booty hunting during war.
    $24.95, Paperback
  • Explosion in Halifax Harbour

    Explosion in Halifax Harbour

    This book offers a definitive account of the Halifax explosion and its aftermath, and the most extensive collection of images - many in colour - available in print.
    $24.95, Paperback
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  • Remembering Singalong Jubilee

    Remembering Singalong Jubilee

    A book that relives the folksong era of the Sixties and Seventies, including acclaimed Canadian performers Anne Murray, Catherine McKinnon, Shirley Eikhard and many more.

    $22.95, Paperback
  • All Call Iona Home, 1800 - 1950

    All Call Iona Home, 1800 - 1950

    Originally published in 1979, this fascinating genealogical study has been useful to many thousands of descendants who have traced their roots back to Cape Breton immigration in the early 19th century. It celebrates and honours Nova Scotia's rich Scottish and Gaelic roots.

    $19.95, Paperback
  • All Call Iona Home, 1800 - 1950

    All Call Iona Home, 1800 - 1950

    Since it was first published in 1979, this genealogical study has been useful to many thousands of descendants who have traced their roots to Cape Breton immigration in the early nineteenth century.
    $19.95, Paperback
  • Summer Drinks

    Summer Drinks

    This collection of more than 40 tantalizing and tasty non-alcoholic beverages presents both traditional and innovative refreshment.
    $9.95, Paperback
  • The Dreadful Truth: Confederation

    The Dreadful Truth: Confederation

    This irreverent and light-hearted illustrated book focuses on a topic no child in school can avoid: Confederation.
    $8.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 8-13
  • Lilly Makes a Friend

    Lilly Makes a Friend

    Lilly Makes a Friend is a touching story that shows how integrating special needs children into the schools is a challenge worth pursuing.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 5-10
    Lexile Reading Level: 510
  • Skate, Robyn, Skate

    Skate, Robyn, Skate

    Skate, Robyn, Skate is an optimistic story about learning a new skill, overcoming emotional obstacles and having supportive friends.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Interest ages: 5-10
    Lexile Reading Level: 580L
  • The Artists' Halifax

    The Artists' Halifax

    An authority in historical works of art, Mora Dianne O'Neill offers a collection of more than 100 fine works of art which show Halifax at many stages in its development.

    $24.95, Paperback
  • Halifax's Northwest Arm

    Halifax's Northwest Arm

    Authors Michele Raymond and Heather Watts revisit the history of the Northwest Arm from the Victorian era, exploring its industrial and recreational importance in this lavishly illustrated book.

    $29.95, Hardcover
  • Heritage Houses of Nova Scotia

    Heritage Houses of Nova Scotia

     Best published book of the year!

    This is the first full-colour book on Nova Scotia's heritage homes. It features beautiful buildings from across the province. Heritage Houses of Nova Scotia explores eastern Canada's rich cultural heritage.

    $35.00, Paperback
  • Horse-Drawn Carriages and Sleighs

    Horse-Drawn Carriages and Sleighs

    This full-colour book focuses on the full range of vehicles North America's craft-men laboured over -- from the impressive opera bus to the more practical ox wagon.

    $19.95, Paperback
  • Leo's Poster Challenge

    Leo's Poster Challenge

    Leo is constantly bullied at school by classmate Butch. At home, he is lonely because his parents won't allow him to see his vampire friend Julio. But when Julio tries to help Leo enter a poster contest, Butch accuses Leo of cheating.
    $5.95, Paperback
    Lexile Reading Level: 440L
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