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Uncle Tom and Eva

Uncle Tom and Eva

From: Uncle

In this chapter, Thompson examines the illustrations that gave Uncle Tom’s Cabin much of its lasting appeal. 6 $0.60 Add
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Uncle Tom on the Big Screen

Uncle Tom on the Big Screen

From: Uncle

This chapter explores the first on-screen depiction of Uncle Tom. He was portrayed by a white actor in blackface in a film made by Thomas Edison. 7 $0.70 Add
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Uncle Tom's 1960s Transformation

Uncle Tom’s 1960s Transformation

From: Uncle

This chapter focuses on the 1950s and 60s, a time of events that would forever define both the civil rights protests and the state-sanctioned violance that followed. During this era, Uncle Tom … 11 $1.10 Add
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Uncle Tom's Cabin

Uncle Tom’s Cabin

From: Uncle

This chapter explores Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel, which was an explosive success in antebellum America. It also examines Uncle Tom himself, who in the novel was a devout and pious … 8 $0.80 Add
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Under a Queer Blue Sky

Under a Queer Blue Sky

From: Any Other Way

Sly Sarkisova discusses the possibilities for sexual exploration that are present in various corners of Toronto. 2 $0.20 Add
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Unrealized Renewal

Unrealized Renewal

From: The Ward

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How Jackie Shane Helped 'Satisfy My Soul'

How Jackie Shane Helped ‘Satisfy My Soul’

From: Any Other Way

Elaine Gaber-Katz recalls the electrifying experience of seeing Jackie Shane perform. 2 $0.20 Add
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V-J Day

V-J Day

From: The Ward

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Vaudeville Tom

Vaudeville Tom

From: Uncle

This chapter describes the evolution of minstrelsy into vaudeville, and how this new form of entertainment brought new meaning to the character of Uncle Tom. 7 $0.70 Add
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Vazaleen's Tawny Le Sabre

Vazaleen’s Tawny Le Sabre

From: Any Other Way

Alexander McClelland recalls the transgression and celebration of the Toronto Drag scene in the 2000’s. 4 $0.40 Add
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Verna Johnston, Nokomis

Verna Johnston, Nokomis

HOW WE CARRY THIS PLACE

From: Indigenous Toronto

The story of Verna Johnston (Nokomis), who founded an Indigenous-run boarding house in Toronto and helped to create the Indigenous community that we know today in Toronto. 4 $0.40 Add
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Void Where Prohibited

Void Where Prohibited

From: No Place To Go

In this chapter, the author demonstrates the importance of reducing public urination and defecation from a health perspective. She then highlights the complex interplay between access to washroom … 20 $2.00 Add
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Waiting for a Miracle

Waiting for a Miracle

From: No Place To Go

Lowe discusses the gender differences inherent in using the bathroom. She introduces the concept of potty parity, referring to washroom design that takes the needs of women in account in order to … 13 $1.30 Add
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Walking Through Loss

Walking Through Loss

A Critical Visit to an Old Neighbourhood

From: Subdivided

A photo-essay of the author’s old neighbourhood, highlighting the issue of social housing. 4 $0.40 Add
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War and Pees

War and Pees

From: No Place To Go

This chapter considers the issue of gender and public washrooms, particularly the needs and preferences of transgender people. 20 $2.00 Add
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Wasauksing-Vancouver-Toronto

Wasauksing-Vancouver-Toronto

My Path Home

From: Subdivided

The author describes the struggle in her youth coming to terms with her First Nations identity. 10 $1.00 Add