Biography, Autobiography & Life Writing
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From ![]() Second World War, 1942–45 29From: A Halifax Boyhood |
What he remembers about being a boy in Halifax during WWII and how it shaped him 1942-45 | Malcolm MacLeod; William D. Naftel | 5 | 2014 | $0.50 Add |
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From ![]() Secret arrangements for departure |
The quiet arrangements that had to be made in order to leave the camp | Leatrice M. Willson Chan; Takeo Ujo Nakano | 4 | 2012 | $0.40 Add |
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From ![]() Section A: ChangemakingFrom: Changemakers |
The first section explores the idea of transformative change — what it is, what difference it makes, and how it is connected to learning. It tells the story of Anna, which gives us plenty … | Fay Weller; Mary Wilson | 37 | 2018 | $3.70 Add |
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From ![]() Section B: Stories and ReflectionsPART I From: Changemakers |
The second section explores powerful new stories of everyday people who have challenged traditional understandings of food, shelter, energy, transportation, waste, and economics, and transformed … | Fay Weller; Mary Wilson | 63 | 2018 | $6.30 Add |
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From ![]() Section B: Stories and ReflectionsPART II From: Changemakers |
The second section explores powerful new stories of everyday people who have challenged traditional understandings of food, shelter, energy, transportation, waste, and economics, and transformed … | Fay Weller; Mary Wilson | 45 | 2018 | $4.50 Add |
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From ![]() Section FiveFrom: Beryl |
In this section the author describes Beryl’s later stages of life and her reflections on her work, her frustration with current government, and her legacy in the eyes of the public as well … | Dustin Galer | 43 | 2023 | $4.30 Add |
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From ![]() Section FourFrom: Ukrainian Scorpions |
This section of the book follows the author’s ongoing struggles against Ukrainian organized crime and corruption, and the apparent inefficacy of the Ukrainian justice system in addressing … | Grand Chief Ronald M. Derrickson | 76 | 2023 | $7.60 Add |
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From ![]() Section FourFrom: Beryl |
This section provides a look into Beryl’s fight for accessible public transport, her recognition by the Ontario government her command of storytelling to pursuade, and the beginning of her … | Dustin Galer | 42 | 2023 | $4.20 Add |
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From ![]() Section OneFrom: Ukrainian Scorpions |
In this section, the author recounts his initial visit to Ukraine and the political and economic climate in the country following the 2014 uprising, as well as his initial business dealings … | Grand Chief Ronald M. Derrickson | 38 | 2023 | $3.80 Add |
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From ![]() Section OneFrom: Beryl |
In this section, the author provides context to Beryl’s upbringing, and recounts her arrival to Canada, as well as her starting a family and suffering a tragic accident which alters her … | Dustin Galer | 58 | 2023 | $5.80 Add |
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From ![]() Section ThreeFrom: Ukrainian Scorpions |
In this section, the author describes the aftermath of the shady business deal, and having to take matters into his own hands by addressing his dispute the "Ukrainian way". This section … | Grand Chief Ronald M. Derrickson | 40 | 2023 | $4.00 Add |
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From ![]() Section ThreeFrom: Beryl |
This section continues Beryl’s journey from life-changing accident to becoming a well known disability rights advocate, discussing the impact she was able to have and the struggles she … | Dustin Galer | 62 | 2023 | $6.20 Add |
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From ![]() Section TwoFrom: Ukrainian Scorpions |
This section of the book examines the author’s experience with a particularly contentious business deal in Ukraine, involving a complex web of negotiations and confrontations with rival … | Grand Chief Ronald M. Derrickson | 45 | 2023 | $4.50 Add |
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From ![]() Section TwoFrom: Beryl |
In this section the author details the aftermath of Beryl’s accident and her subsequent problems with addiction, and her resilience and the start of her advocacy and activism. This section … | Dustin Galer | 54 | 2023 | $5.40 Add |
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From ![]() Dyke Fight at the Blue JayFrom: Any Other Way |
Cathi Bond recalls a couple of eventful nights in Toronto in the 1970’s | Cathi Bond | 3 | 2017 | $0.30 Add |
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From ![]() Seeing the Bigger Picture |
Noeline Bridge recounts the story of Dennis. The story discusses his working life, challenges, unions, and more. | Noeline Bridge | 4 | 2009 | $0.40 Add |










