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Convoys of World War II
Nine men tell their personal stories of life at sea during World War II. In extreme danger, they battled seasickness, injury, and less than comfortable living conditions while avoiding floating mines and torpedoes in their efforts to guide ships safely across the Atlantic Ocean.$9.95, paperback
Heritage Treasures
The Hamilton region's finest heritage homes come to life in glorious colour in the pages of this authoritative new book.$34.95, paperback
Ontario House Styles
Ontario has a rich history of architectural styles, and is home to some of the most stunning heritage houses in North America. In this book, author Robert Mikel profiles in depth every important house style the province has seen over the past three centuries.$34.95, paperback
The Fur Trade in Canada
In this book, extensively illustrated with visuals from some of Canada's most prominent museums and archives, historian Michael Payne explores the personalities and events that shaped this powerful business.
$24.95, paperback
The Fall of New France
This handsome book extensively illustrated with paintings, sketches, and colour photographs of important sites and artifacts relating to the war, historian Ron Dale offers a narrative encompassing all sides of the conflict that ended the French empire's hold in North America.$19.95, paperback
Risk Takers & Innovators
Harnessing their creativity the tenacious individuals featured in these stories have realized their dreams &, in many cases, developed their innovation into a viable business venture. From the first glimmer of an idea to the fruition of the invention, these Canadian discoveries are an inspiration to aspiring inventors and entrepreneurs everywhere.
$9.95, paperback
Canada's Little War
Now in paperback, the first illustrated history of Canada's involvement in the Boer War. Control of rich resources, and strategic advantage were at stake when Great Britain waged war against two republics in Africa that declared independence. Canada was divided. Boer War expert Carman Miller book explores Canada's involvement in the conflict
$19.95, paperback
London Street Names
London Street Names uncovers the stories behind over 100 streets in locations such as Byron, Lambeth, and Westminster township. This book contains contributions from more than 25 of the city's leading local historians.$24.95, paperback
Hamilton Street Names
Love, murder, betrayal, political intrigue -- these are just a few of the themes readers will uncover when they dip into the stories in this engaging new book about Hamilton's past.$24.95, paperback
Labrador Doctor
In Labrador Doctor Tony Paddon tells the story of his remarkable life, with all its extraordinary variety, drama and excitement.$24.95, paperback
Toronto Since 1918
In Toronto Since 1918, first released in 1985, author James Lemon explores seventy years of Toronto's development.$29.95, paperback
Toronto to 1918
Toronto to 1918, first published in 1984, examines the lives of the people who built Toronto.$29.95, paperback
The Olivieri Report
This book is the report of an independent inquiry into the case of Dr. Nancy Olivieri, conducted by three widely respected academics and commissioned by the Canadian Association of University Teachers.
$29.95, paperback
Canada's Warplanes
Canadian pilots flew with great distinction in the First and Second World Wars and the Cold War. This book focuses on 24 outstanding warplanes flown in those conflicts by Canadians.
$19.95, paperback
Stratford
In this book you will discover the story of Stratford's origins and growth and see the city's past and present in more than 100 contemporary and archival photographs.$16.95, paperback
William James' Toronto Views
William James' Toronto Views offers an intimate and unparalleled portrait of the burgeoning city as it grew into the twentieth century.$24.95, paperback
Cabbagetown
Lively and informative, Cabbagetown: The Story of a Victorian Neighbourhood offers residents and visitors alike a fascinating portrait of one of Toronto's most interesting neighbourhoods.
$19.99, hardcover
Hell Island
Popular military historian Dan McCaffery has written a lively new account of one of the most exciting victories of the war.
$19.99, hardcover
The Arrow
Here is the fascinating story of the rise and fall of the Arrow, the legendary interceptor jet aircraft, developed by A.V. Roe Canada in the fifties.$24.95, paperback