Beauty Tips from Moose Jaw, Travels in Search of Canada  •  Will Ferguson TRAVEL NARRATIVE •  2005 •  PAPER  • 368 PAGES In these loosely connected travel essays, Ferguson (Why I Hate Canadians) writes of odd, amusing and characteristic touchstones of Canadian history from the west coast, across the prairies to Churchill and its famous polar bears and onto Viking ruins at L'Anse aux Meadows. In the opening chapters he skewers Victoria and its British pretensions, life in the remote north of Alberta, and the titular town of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, where he reluctantly visits a health spa. (CND236, $14.95)
The Bird Artist  •  Howard Norman LITERATURE •  1995 •  PAPER  • 320 PAGES Memorably set in a remote coastal village in 1911, this vivid book is the tale of an odd local man who murdered the lighthouse keeper. A short novel, haunting in its simplicity, it's as much about Newfoundland as it is about human character and motivation. (NFL06, $15.00)
Birds in Fall  •  Brad Kessler LITERATURE •  2006 •  HARD COVER  • 240 PAGES (CND248, $24.00)
The Boat Who Wouldn't Float  •  Farley Mowat BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR •  1989 •  PAPER  • 208 PAGES A Canadian national treasure, Mowat has captured the spirit and humor of Atlantic Canada in his 25 novels and memoirs. This laugh-out-loud book tells of his determination to refurbish and sail a clunky old sailboat in the not-always-forgiving waters of Newfoundland. It's quite a tale. Take your Dramamine before reading this book. (NFL02, $5.99)
Canada Map  •  Map Art Maps MAP A folded, color map of all Canada at a scale of 1:4,500,000. It's better than most, and at an unbeatable price. (CND15, $4.95)
Canada: A People's History, Volume 1  •  Don Gillmor  •  Pierre Turgeon HISTORY •  2001 •  HARD COVER  • 320 PAGES An illustrated history of Canada from a distinctly Canadian perspective, soliciting expert accounts of seminal events. This, the first of two volumes, covers from early exploration to the dawn of the industrial age in the late 19th century. Volume 2 is also available (CND161). (CND160, $60.00)
Canada: A People's History, Volume 2  •  Don Gillmor  •  Pierre Turgeon HISTORY •  2002 •  HARD COVER  • 352 PAGES An illustrated history of Canada from a distinctly Canadian perspective, soliciting expert accounts of seminal events. This, the second of two volumes, covers from the late 19th century to today. Volume 1 is also available (CND160). (CND161, $60.00)
The Colony of Unrequited Dreams  •  Wayne Johnston LITERATURE •  1999 •  PAPER  • 562 PAGES The fictional biography of a minor character who was the father of the confederation of Newfoundland. A hilarious, splendidly entertaining account of a strange man in an even stranger place. This novel takes its power not from the bare facts of a not-so-dramatic life, but instead from the powerful setting and turbulent relationship between the protagonist, Joe Smallwood, and a powerful woman -- the alcoholic, larger-than-life Shelagh Fielding -- who contributes the hilarious excerpts from a condensed history of Newfoundland that are interspersed throughout the novel. (NFL08, $15.95)
Exploring Nova Scotia  •  Alison Scott  •  Dale Dunlop GUIDEBOOK •  2006 •  PAPER  • 312 PAGES The revised and updated fifth edition of this popular guide features unique information on attractions, leisure activities, over 400 hidden adventures and accommodations and dining in the province. (CND247, $16.95)
Field Notes from the Northern Forest  •  Curt Stager NATURAL HISTORY •  1999 •  PAPER  • 329 PAGES Combining the latest in scientific literature with his own observations, Sager offers 20 natural science essays exploring the lives of the animals, plants and fungi commonly encountered in the forests of eastern North America. (USE03, $19.95)
Fodor's Montreal's 25 Best  •  Fodor's GUIDEBOOK •  2007 •  PAPER  • 96 PAGES A shirt-pocket guide to Montreal, this slim book includes an excellent map of the center of the city and essential information on its highlights, including restaurant recommendations and sightseeing -- all in a slipcover. (CND41, $11.95)
Guide to the Offshore Wildlife of the Northern Atlantic  •  Michael H. Tove FIELD GUIDE •  2001 •  PAPER  • 272 PAGES An oversize field guide to the seabirds, ocean mammals and turtles found off Atlantic shores north of the Tropic of Cancer featuring 39 excellent color plates and extensive descriptive information. With a helpful checklist and charts giving the seasonal abundance of each species at 18 key locations throughout the Atlantic. (ATL11, $24.95)
Identities in North America, The Search for Community  •  Robert Earle CULTURAL PORTRAIT •  1995 •  PAPER  • 256 PAGES Mexican, Canadian -- or "American"? Contributors to this academic conference ponder what it all means. David Crombie (the former mayor of Toronto) writes on Canadian cities, Mark Pachter takes on American identity, and several politicians debate the Quebec question. It is a stimulating, wonderfully uneven book. (CND14, $24.95)
The Illustrated History of Canada  •  Craig Brown HISTORY •  2007 •  PAPER  • 626 PAGES A good, nicely illustrated history of Canada, featuring contributions by six Canadian historians, along with hundreds of engravings, maps, photographs and illustrations. It's a well-edited, lively overview of the nation from initial European contact to the post-war years. Desmond Morton contributed the chapter covering 1945-2000. Fifth edition (CND19, $32.95)
Insight Guide Canada  •  Insight Guides GUIDEBOOK •  2007 •  PAPER  • 356 PAGES A volume in the award-winning Insight series, this guide is noted for its wonderful photography, superb production and informative short essays. It is a thoroughly illustrated, comprehensive guide to the history and culture of Canada. (CND42, $23.95)
Insight Pocket Guide Quebec Province  •  Insight Guides GUIDEBOOK •  2006 •  PAPER  • 92 PAGES A compact guide to Quebec, with 16 suggested itineraries, including Quebec City, Montreal and the Gaspe Peninsula. With color photographs and excellent local maps, including a separate pull-out map with insets of Montreal and Quebec City. (CND38, $13.95)
The Last Spike, The Great Railway, 1881-1885  •  Pierre Berton HISTORY •  2002 •  PAPER  • 496 PAGES Part two in Berton's exhilarating narrative of the boldest project in Canadian history, the building of the transcontinental railroad. Berton, arguably the country's greatest historian, focuses on personalities and politics, drawing from a multitude of historical documents. The first volume is "The National Dream" (CND178). (CND179, $24.95)
Lonely Planet Canada  •  Mark Lightbody  •  Thomas Huhti  •  Ryan Ver Berkmoes GUIDEBOOK •  2008 •  PAPER  • 928 PAGES Now in its 7th edition and almost 1000 pages long, this practical guide to Canada is the most comprehensive available. With information on all the provinces, including Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, it is perfect for travelers visiting multiple Canadian destinations, or some of the less traveled regions. It contains 100 maps and a great deal of practical information on accommodations, outdoor adventuring and cultural attractions. (CND54, $26.99)
Louisbourg 1758, Wolfe's First Siege  •  Rene Chartrand  •  Patrice Courcelle HISTORY •  2001 •  PAPER  • 96 PAGES A short history of the Siege of Louisbourg by James Wolfe and his troops, who landed on the beaches of Nova Scotia and battled French troops. Illustrated throughout in color and black-and-white, it incorporates many of the original accounts by soldiers and commanders who fought there. (CND81, $19.95)
Louisbourg, A Living History Colourguide  •  Susan Biagi GUIDEBOOK •  1997 •  PAPER  • 72 PAGES An illustrated guidebook to the city of Louisbourg, North America's largest reconstructed historical site. Historical information and descriptions of buildings and artifacts are complemented by color photographs. (CND22, $10.95)
Maine and Maritime Provinces Map  •  National Geographic MAP A regional map of Maine, including the Canadian Maritime Provinces. (USE39, $7.95)
The Maine Reader, The Down East Experience, 1614 to Present  •  Charles Shain LITERATURE •  1997 •  PAPER  • 524 PAGES • COMING IN OCTOBER An excellent anthology covering the gamut of the state's culture and history, from early European explorers to the 20th century works of Carolyn Chute, Rachel Carson and John McPhee. Selections from Longfellow, Thoreau, Millay and Jewett appear alongside some rare gems, such as an excerpt from the journal of one of Benedict Arnold's foot soldiers. (USE57, $20.95)
Mammals of North America, Temperate and Arctic Regions  •  Adrian Forsyth NATURAL HISTORY •  2006 •  PAPER  • 352 PAGES A handsome, illustrated reference to the mammals of North America from polar bears to bison, mountain lions and the black squirrel. Forsyth ("Tropical Nature"), includes not only up-to-date information on taxonomy and distribution but also discusses the behavior and ecology of each species. With range maps and hundreds of color photogrpahs. (NAM02, $29.95)
Men for the Mountains  •  Sid Marty BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR •  1996 •  PAPER  • 270 PAGES • COMING IN A classic by a native Albertan and park warden in the Canadian Rockies, this memoir captures the immense landscapes of Alberta and the rugged way of life in the West. First published in 1978. (CND11, $18.95)
Montcalm and Wolfe, The French and Indian War  •  Francis Parkman  •  Caleb Carr  •  John Keegan HISTORY •  2001 •  PAPER  • 640 PAGES This volume, a reprint of the original 1884 edition by the great Francis Parkman, is an extensively researched account of the French and Indian War and of the great generals Montcalm and Wolfe. (CND16, $24.95)
Moon Handbook Canadian Rockies  •  Andrew Hempstead GUIDEBOOK •  2007 •  PAPER  • 330 PAGES A practical guide for the independent traveler, with plenty of useful information on where to go and what to do. Now in its 4th edition, the book includes information on Banff and Jasper National Parks. (CND231, $17.95)
Moose  •  Valerius Geist  •  Michael H. Francis NATURAL HISTORY •  2005 •  PAPER  • 160 PAGES A natural history of the moose, by one of the leading authorities, Valerius Geist. Their migration, social interactions and mating rituals are all covered, along with issues concerning their natural habitats and conservation. The informative text is complemented by wonderful color photographs. (BST56, $21.95)
The National Dream, The Great Railway, 1871 to 1881  •  Pierre Berton HISTORY •  2002 •  PAPER  • 456 PAGES An exhilarating narrative of the boldest project in Canadian history, the building of the transcontinental railroad. Berton, arguably the country's greatest historian, focuses on personalities and politics, drawing from a multitude of historical documents. The first of two parts, this book follows the railway from idea to the beginning of construction. Part two, "The Last Spike" (CND179), is also available. (CND178, $24.95)
National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America  •  National Geographic FIELD GUIDE •  2006 •  PAPER  • 502 PAGES From Alaska to Baja California, this field guide published by the National Geographic Society, now in its fifth edition (with tabs!), is the one to carry. Practical to use in the field, it has maps, illustrations and descriptions of the birds on facing pages. The scale of the maps changes with the range of the bird, which means you get a more detailed regional map for those birds with a restricted range. This fully revised fifth edition features nearly 700 color range maps, bigger and better than ever. (FG09, $24.00)
The Sagas of Icelanders  •  Jane Smiley  •  Robert Kellog EXPLORATION •  2000 •  PAPER  • 544 PAGES Nine sagas and six tales collected in a single volume, all newly translated for this edition marking the 1,000th anniversary of Leif Eriksson's voyage to North America, and including an introduction by Jane Smiley (whose books include the wonderful novel of Norse settlements "The Greenlanders"). Composed between 1000 and 1500, these rousing tales are told with surprising directness and simplicity. Any modern explorer setting off across the North Atlantic should consider taking along this big book. (ICL13, $22.00)
Shadows on the Rock  •  Willa Cather LITERATURE •  1995 •  PAPER  • 229 PAGES Set at the end of the 17th century in rural Quebec, this beautifully realized novel highlights the struggles of the Parisian widower Auclair and his young daughter to adapt to their new land. (CND10, $13.95)
The Shipping News  •  E. Annie Proulx LITERATURE •  1994 •  PAPER  • 337 PAGES An international bestseller that put Newfoundland on the world stage, this lyrical novel conjures the tough life of a recently divorced journalist struggling to get through the day in a remote fishing town. Populated by wonderfully eccentric characters, it is the tale of a prodigal son returned home, vivid in its description of the place. You won't be able to put it down. (NFL03, $15.00)
Trans-Canada Rail Guide  •  Melissa Graham GUIDEBOOK •  2007 •  PAPER  • 256 PAGES A compact, kilometer-by-kilometer guide to the 4,000-mile rail journey across North America from Halifax to Vancouver (including spur lines to Churchill and Prince Rubert). With 30 maps of cities and town en route, brief descriptions of major attractions and much information on the railroad itself. 4th edition. (CND04, $19.95)
The Walker's Literary Companion  •  Robert Gilbert  •  Anne Wallace  •  Jeffrey Robinson ANTHOLOGY •  2000 •  HARD COVER  • 352 PAGES A diverse sampling of literature on the pleasures of walking, representing philosophers, naturalists, outcasts, athletes and intellectuals from Plato to Frank O'Hara. (WLK08, $24.00)
Walking  •  Henry David Thoreau REFERENCE •  1994 •  PAPER  • 92 PAGES You may want to carry this small volume in your daypack for inspiration. In it, Thoreau offers his meditations on the spiritual benefits of this most civilized form of travel. (WLK04, $9.95)
Wallace Stegner, His Life and Work  •  Jackson Benson BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR •  1997 •  PAPER  • 472 PAGES An award-winning portrait of the prototypical western writer and his times, this book captures the harsh Saskatchewan plains and the rough-and-ready timber camps of Stegner's youth. (CND18, $20.00)
Winslow Homer Watercolors  •  Helen A. Cooper ART & ARCHITECTURE •  1987 •  PAPER  • 260 PAGES An examination of the watercolors of one of America's beloved artists, Winslow Homer. Analytical essays and discussions of technique accompany 132 color reproductions, chronicling his work throughout New England, the Adirondacks, Key West, the Bahamas and Bermuda. This is a valuable book for anyone wishing to understand Homer's work and the American watercolor tradition. (USE85, $39.95)