The Spirit Of Canada: Canada's Story In Legends, Fiction, Poems, And Songs Download Free (EPUB, PDF)
The Spirit of Canada, a stunning anthology that celebrates our country's life and times, is filled to the brim with stories, songs, poems, legends, and more. This remarkable collection is a must-have for every library. With one hundred and fifty illustrations by some of Canada's most prestigious children's book artists, The Spirit of Canada will prove to be a useful reference guide, as well as a keepsake for generations to come. Beginning with native creation myths, readers are introduced to a cross-section of Canadian history. Chapters include the discovery of the New World, early settlement, and Confederation, as well as legends, humour, and multiculturalism.The Spirit of Canada highlights classic pieces as well as hidden gems. Selections include: The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W. Service; In Flanders Fields by John McCrae; Canadian Railway Trilogy by Gordon Lightfoot; The Hockey Sweater by Roch Carrier; This Was My Brother by Mona Gould; and I Am a Canadian #1 by Duke Redbird.
Hardcover: 320 pages
Publisher: Fitzhenry & Whiteside; 1 edition (October 1, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1894121147
ISBN-13: 978-1894121149
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.9 x 11.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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Best Sellers Rank: #609,107 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #22 in Books > Teens > Historical Fiction > Canada #44 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > Canada #296 in Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Short Stories
Age Range: 12 - 14 years
Grade Level: 7 - 9
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