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The Great White Hopes
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The Great White Hopes

From: On Account of Darkness

This chapter once again explores Indigenous history in Canada and discrimination against Indigenous people in the world of sports and beyond. The author talks about his personal experiences … 11 $1.10 Add
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The Greatest Country on Earth

The Greatest Country on Earth

From: Imagined Truths

The author reflects on his life, American and Canadian culture and patriotism, and belonging. 20 $2.00 Add
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The Home Stretch
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The Home Stretch

From: On Account of Darkness

This chapter discusses racism and the annual Emancipation Day parades and activities in Chatham, focusing primarily on harness racing. 9 $0.90 Add
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The Home Team Wears White
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The Home Team Wears White

From: On Account of Darkness

This chapter explores systemic racism in sports in Chatham, Ontario. 11 $1.10 Add
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The International Line
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The International Line

From: On Account of Darkness

This chapter mainly explores Japanese Canadian experience in sports, mainly hockey. 17 $1.70 Add
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The Đề Lô

The Đề Lô

From: Three Funerals for my Father

This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She tells the story of her escape from Vietnam as a child. 11 $1.10 Add
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The Land of Mimosas

The Land of Mimosas

From: Three Funerals for my Father

The family takes trips to Saignon, setting up to escape Vietnam. Both the author’s and her father’s perspectives are included. 5 $0.50 Add
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The Land of Opportunity

The Land of Opportunity

From: Imagined Truths

The author continues to detail his life in America and discusses racism and imperialism in the U.S.. 25 $2.50 Add
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The Land of the West

The Land of the West

From: Three Funerals for my Father

This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She describes her arrival in Canada. 10 $1.00 Add
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The Last Hurrah

The Last Hurrah

Stuart Hodgson and the Birth of the Modern Arctic

From: Umingmak

Readings in Part Five of this title, entitled "Farewell" discuss the end of Stuart Hodgson’s career in the North and the long lasting impact he had on the region. Topics discussed … 6 $0.60 Add
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The Man's Man

The Man’s Man

From: Imagined Truths

The author further explores his relationship with his grandfather and family history. 16 $1.60 Add
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The Net of Fate

The Net of Fate

From: Three Funerals for my Father

This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She muses on memories of her mother. 4 $0.40 Add
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The Next Thing to God

The Next Thing to God

Stuart Hodgson and the Birth of the Modern Arctic

From: Umingmak

Readings in Part Three of this title, entitled "Emperor of the North" discuss Hodgson’s growing power and influence in the communities of the Northwest Territories. Topics … 16 $1.60 Add
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The Noble Warrior

The Noble Warrior

From: Imagined Truths

The author talks more about his family history and muses on the example of his "warrior father," exploring military history and nationalism. He recounts the process of his conscientious … 30 $3.00 Add
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The Nuclear Family

The Nuclear Family

From: Imagined Truths

The author explores more of his family’s history, his early life, and his relationship with his grandparents. 28 $2.80 Add
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The Oil Lamp

The Oil Lamp

From: Three Funerals for my Father

This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He and his wife discuss the future and critique the communist government. 3 $0.30 Add