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Appointed

Appointed

Stuart Hodgson and the Birth of the Modern Arctic

From: Umingmak

Readings in Part One of this title entitled "A Leader in the Making" discuss Stuart Hodgson’s political background. The section discusses his appointment as Commissioner of the … 4 $0.40 Add
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Appropriation
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Appropriation

From: Tracking the Caribou Queen

This chapter explores Margie’s short story “The Pride of my People” about an orphaned Dene boy, reflecting on her own racism, superioriot and wrongheadedness in her perceptions … 6 $0.60 Add
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Arctic Research and Publicity, 1883-1885: Articles in Germany and the United States / Life with Inuit and Whalers, 1883-1884: “I am now truly just like a typical Eskimo”

Arctic Research and Publicity, 1883-1885: Articles in Germany and the United States / Life with Inuit and Whalers, 1883-1884: “I am now truly just like a typical Eskimo”

Chapters 3 and 4

From: The Franz Boas Enigma

Chapter 3 looks at the leadup to Boas’ trip to the Arctic, exploring how he organized and funded this trip. It also looks at the articles he wrote before his trip and their impact. Chapter … 26 $2.60 Add
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Are we little westerners or big westerners?

Are we little westerners or big westerners?

From: Moment of Truth

In this chapter, Manning examines whether Western Canadians should pursue secession or re-confederation on fairer terms. 24 $2.40 Add
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"Are You Impressed?"
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"Are You Impressed?"

From: Inside the Montreal Mafia

The authors discuss their history with Andrew Scoppa and their interest in and knowledge of organized crime. Félix Séguin recounts his first meeting with Scoppa. ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Arranging a Grand Tour

Arranging a Grand Tour

Stuart Hodgson and the Birth of the Modern Arctic

From: Umingmak

Readings in Part Two of this title entitled "Reaching All Northerners" discusses Stuard Hodgson’s first months in the Northwest Territories. Topics discussed include his grand … 5 $0.50 Add
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Arthur Goss

Arthur Goss

Documenting Hardship

From: The Ward

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Arthur Meighen
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Arthur Meighen

From: The Prime Ministers

In this chapter, Stewart examines Arthur Meighen’s tenure as a Conservative prime minister who served briefly in 1920–21 and 1926. 5 $0.50 Add
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As Long as It Lasts
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As Long as It Lasts

From: Woman, Watching

Chapter Seventeen tells the story of Louise and Len’s final years. The chapter discusses Louise’s accomplishments into her 90’s, Len’s decline, their move from the woods … 25 $2.50 Add
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Ashley Hemmers, Fort Mojave Indian Tribe

Ashley Hemmers, Fort Mojave Indian Tribe

“I didn’t work my ass off to get to Yale to be called a squaw.”

From: How We Go Home

Ashley Hemmers of Fort Mojave Indian Tribe, is the Tribal Administrator, shares her story of her family’s experiences in residential schools, a pivotal moment in her childhood with her … 21 $2.10 Add
Asleep in the Deep

Asleep in the Deep

Nursing Sister Anna Stamers and the First World War

On 27 June 1918, the Llandovery Castle, a Canadian hospital ship returning to England, was sunk by a German U-boat in contravention of international law. Two hundred and thirty-four crew members … 223 View
At Home

At Home

Talks with Canadian Artists about Place and Practice

In this intimate investigation of the artistic process, Lezli Rubin-Kunda explores the nuanced path of creative work and the way artists make sense of home and place within their art practice and … 232 View
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At the Parthenais Detention Centre

At the Parthenais Detention Centre

From: In Defiance

Actions of the police: protection or intimidation? ; 9 $0.90 Add
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Atlantic Canada in the TwentyFirst Century: Prospects for Regional Integration

Atlantic Canada in the TwentyFirst Century: Prospects for Regional Integration

From: Essential Readings in Canadian Government and Politics, 2nd Edition

2004 article by Robert Finbow examining the institutional, economic, cultural and historical distinctions between the Atlantic provinces, and assessing prospects for integration or cooperation in … ; ; 10 $1.00 Add
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Atlantic Provinces
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Atlantic Provinces

From: Canada's Main Street

In this chapter, Baird traces the arduous construction of the Trans-Canada Highway through the Atlantic Provinces between 1949 and the early 1960s. 23 $2.30 Add
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Author's Note

Author’s Note

From: Legacy

Author’s Note and Acknowledgements 19 $1.90 Add