Newfoundland And Labrador Book Of Everything

Author : Martha Walls
Publisher : Macintyrepurcell Publishing, Incorporated
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-15
Category : Labrador (N.L.)
ISBN : 0978478444

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Newfoundland and Labrador Book of Everything by Martha Walls Pdf

From the number of kilometres of coastline, to the stories behind those unusual place names (hello Blow Me Down) to profiles of Danny Williams and Mary Walsh, no book is more comprehensive than the Newfoundland and Labrador Book of Everything.No book is more fun.Well-known Newfoundlanders and Labradorians weigh in on a whole range of subjects? Mark Callanan tells us his five favourite Newfinese words; weatherman Bruce Whiffen reveals his Top 5 Newfoundland and Labrador weather stories and Gerald Squires shares his Top 5 memories growing up on Exploits Island. Stories of the First People, the worst weather, Newfoundland and Labrador slang, the Newfoundland moose ... It's all here!Whether you're a lifelong resident or visiting for the first time, there simply is no other book that delivers the goods. If you love Newfoundland and Labrador, you'll love the Newfoundland and Labrador Book of Everything!Don't forget to read the Book of Musts!

Author : Sean Cadigan
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781442690592

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Newfoundland and Labrador by Sean Cadigan Pdf

Published to coincide with the sixtieth anniversary of Newfoundland and Labrador joining Canada, Sean T. Cadigan has written the book that will surely become the definitive history of one of North America's most distinct and beautiful regions. The site of the first European settlement by Vikings one thousand years ago, a former colony of England, and known at various times as Terra Nova and Newfoundland until its official name change to Newfoundland and Labrador in 2001, this easternmost point of the continent has had a fascinating history in part because of its long-held position as the gateway between North America and Europe. Examining the region from prehistoric times to the present, Newfoundland and Labrador is not only a comprehensive history of the province, but an illuminating portrait of the Atlantic world and European colonisation of the Americas. Cadigan comprehensively details everything from the first European settlements, the displacement and extinction of the indigenous Beothuk by European settlers, the conflicts between settlers and imperial governance, to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment's near annihilation at the Battle of the Somme, the rise of Newfoundland nationalism, Joey Smallwood's case for confederation, and the modernization and economic disappointments instigated by joining Canada. Paying particular attention to the ways in which Newfoundland and Labrador's history has been shaped by its environment, this study considers how natural resources such as the Grand Banks, the disappearance of cod, and off-shore oil have affected the region and its inhabitants. Richly detailed, compelling, and written in an engaging and accessible style, Newfoundland and Labrador brings the rich and vibrant history of this remarkably interesting region to life.

Author : Ainslie Hawthorn
Publisher : Breakwater Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1550818961

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Land of Many Shores by Ainslie Hawthorn Pdf

Seeing through the eyes of others brings new perspective on the place we call home. In Land of Many Shores, writers share their essays about life in Newfoundland and Labrador from often-neglected viewpoints. In this collection, Indigenous people, cultural minorities, LGBTQ+, people living with mental or physical disabilities and other undervalued and hidden voices are coming to the forefront, with personal, poignant, celebratory and critical visions of the land we live on. From workers in the sex industry to non-Christian faithful, from the descendants of settlers from other lands to the Indigenous people of this land, the variety of experience against the backdrop of Newfoundland and Labrador provides food for thought--and celebration of diversity.

Author : Janice Wells
Publisher : Nimbus+ORM
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-10-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781926916026

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Newfoundland and Labrador Book of Musts by Janice Wells Pdf

Learn the best-kept secrets of Canada’s charming northeastern province with this insider’s guide for new visitors and longtime lovers of the region. From whale-watching on the shore of St. Vincent’s and hiking Terra Nova to kissing the cod and catching greasy pigs at the largest garden party in the world, this essential volume explores the easternmost Canadian province. Highlighting the suggestions of notable Newfoundlanders and Labradorians from across the island—including comedian Mary Walsh, artist Brenda McLellan, Great Big Sea front man Alan Doyle, and Premier Danny Williams—this guide supplies lists of all the secret places locals and tourists simply must discover.

Author : Sean Cadigan
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781487516772

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Newfoundland and Labrador by Sean Cadigan Pdf

Published to coincide with the sixtieth anniversary of Newfoundland and Labrador joining Canada, Sean T. Cadigan has written the book that will surely become the definitive history of one of North America's most distinct and beautiful regions. The site of the first European settlement by Vikings one thousand years ago, a former colony of England, and known at various times as Terra Nova and Newfoundland until its official name change to Newfoundland and Labrador in 2001, this easternmost point of the continent has had a fascinating history in part because of its long-held position as the gateway between North America and Europe. Examining the region from prehistoric times to the present, Newfoundland and Labrador is not only a comprehensive history of the province, but an illuminating portrait of the Atlantic world and European colonisation of the Americas. Cadigan comprehensively details everything from the first European settlements, the displacement and extinction of the indigenous Beothuk by European settlers, the conflicts between settlers and imperial governance, to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment's near annihilation at the Battle of the Somme, the rise of Newfoundland nationalism, Joey Smallwood's case for confederation, and the modernization and economic disappointments instigated by joining Canada. Paying particular attention to the ways in which Newfoundland and Labrador's history has been shaped by its environment, this study considers how natural resources such as the Grand Banks, the disappearance of cod, and off-shore oil have affected the region and its inhabitants. Richly detailed, compelling, and written in an engaging and accessible style, Newfoundland and Labrador brings the rich and vibrant history of this remarkably interesting region to life.

Author : Robert Mellin
Publisher : McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-17
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780773587410

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Newfoundland Modern by Robert Mellin Pdf

In over 220 drawings and photographs, Robert Mellin presents the development of architecture in the decades immediately following Newfoundland's 1949 union with Canada. Newfoundland's wholehearted embrace of modern architecture in this era affected planning as well as the design of cultural facilities, commercial and public buildings, housing, recreation, educational facilities, and places of worship, and Premier Joseph Smallwood often relied on modern architecture to demonstrate the progress made by his administration. Mellin explores the links between Smallwood and modern architecture, revealing how Smallwood guided the development of numerous architectural projects. He also looks at the work of two innovative local architects, Frederick A. Colbourne and Angus J. Campbell, showing how their architecture was influenced by their life-long interest in art. The first comprehensive work on an important period of architectural development in urban and rural Newfoundland, Newfoundland Modern complements Mellin's award-winning book on the outport of Tilting, Fogo Island.

Author : Justin Barbour
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Backpacking
ISBN : 177117756X

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Man and Dog by Justin Barbour Pdf

"One man, one dog, and a grand adventure across the rugged and mystical interior wilderness of Newfoundland. In April of 2017, Justin Barbour and his dog, Saku, arrived on the Rock's west coast to begin their quest to live the ways of old and see parts of the province's woods that few will ever get to see. A late winter lingers, and the duo must push over the Long Range Mountains and toward the interior of the island, where they hope lakes and rivers will be thawed to allow them to continue by inflatable raft. From sunrise to sunset, the reader will follow the companions as they navigate against the dangerous and unforgiving elements from west to east in an attempt to reach Cape Broyle, some 700 kilometres away. It was an adventure that spanned sixty-eight days and would push their limits further than they could have ever imagined. You'll see the island in a unique way, become enlightened about outdoor life, and learn more about Newfoundland and Labrador as a whole. Complete with photos, maps, and interesting facts from the journey, you will feel the heat of the campfire roasting your cheeks, the tug of a trout on your line, and the breath of a black bear on your neck. It's an experience for nature lovers everywhere."--

Author : Joseph Roberts Smallwood,Robert D. W. Pitt
Publisher : St. John's : Newfoundland Book Publishers
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1981-01-01
Category : Labrador (N.L.)
ISBN : 0920508146

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Encyclopedia of Newfoundland and Labrador by Joseph Roberts Smallwood,Robert D. W. Pitt Pdf

Author : Michael Crummey
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780871407917

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Sweetland: A Novel by Michael Crummey Pdf

The epic tale of an endangered Newfoundland community and the struggles of one man determined to resist its extinction. The scarcely populated town of Sweetland clings to the shore of a remote Canadian island. Its slow decline has finally reached a head, with the mainland government offering each islander a generous resettlement package— the only stipulation being that everyone must leave. Fierce and enigmatic Moses Sweetland, whose ancestors founded the island, is determined to refuse. As one by one his neighbors relent, he recalls the town’s rugged history and its eccentric cast of characters. For fans of The Shipping News, Michael Crummey’s prose conjures up the mythical, sublime world of Sweetland’s past amid a storm-battered landscape haunted by local lore. In a spare style that belies “huge emotional depth and heart” (Celeste Ng, author of Everything I Never Told You), Crummey masterfully weaves together the past and present, creating in Sweetland a spectacular portrait of one man’s battle to survive as his world vanishes around him. Winner of Newfoundland Book Award Short-listed for the Governor’s General Award Winner of the CBC Bookie Award for Fiction Finalist for the Winterset Prize

Author : Yva Momatiuk,John Eastcott
Publisher : Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Newfoundland and Labrador
ISBN : 1552092259

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This Marvellous Terrible Place by Yva Momatiuk,John Eastcott Pdf

A touching tribute to Canada's tenth province, this book tells the story of a ruggedly beautiful landscape through the words of its people and the photographs of two exceptional photojournalists.

Author : Dale Jarvis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1774570831

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Place Names of Newfoundland and Labrador by Dale Jarvis Pdf

In the thousands of years that people have inhabited and visited Newfoundland and Labrador, Indigenous peoples, Basque whale hunters, French explorers, and Devon merchants have all left their mark on the map. But do you know which town father was a possible murder victim? Or which outport got its name from a stranger who showed up wearing three jackets? Or the community called after the patron saint of comedians? With folklorist and storyteller Dale Jarvis as your guide, explore the hidden stories, strange origins, and fascinating histories of the province's place names, from Dildo to Dover and Nain to Nipper's Harbour. On your journey you might learn how to cure gout in the stomach, raise a glass at The King of Clubs, and rub elbows with charcoal burners, heartbreakers, and the wife of Mad King George. You might even find the best spot to have a baby while paddling a canoe. Place Names of Newfoundland and Labrador is an entertaining and at times cheeky look at the towns we love, and why we call them what we do.

Author : Frank Galgay,Michael J. McCarthy
Publisher : St. John's, N.L. : Creative Publishers
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1894294963

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Shipwrecks of Newfoundland and Labrador by Frank Galgay,Michael J. McCarthy Pdf

Volume V is the most recent addition to the series of Shipwrecks of Newfoundland and Labrador by Frank Galgay and Mike McCarthy.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Labrador (N.L.)
ISBN : 0920508138

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Encyclopedia of Newfoundland and Labrador by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dawn Baker
Publisher : Pennywell Books
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-20
Category : Newfoundland and Labrador
ISBN : 1771175303

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Around Newfoundland by Dawn Baker Pdf

In this book featuring bright and beautiful illustrations, Gary and his family experience an unforgettable holiday on the picturesque island of Newfoundland. Join them as they travel from Port aux Basques on the west coast to St. John's on the east. Whales, ponies, beaches, Vikings, and so much more await you in Around Newfoundland! Along the journey, visit Gros Morne National Park, L'Anse aux Meadows, the Insectarium near Deer Lake, the Salmonid Interpretation Centre, a powwow in Conne River, Cobb's Pond Park, Twillingate, Eastport Beach, Bonavista Lighthouse, Jelly Bean Row houses, The Rooms, the Johnson GEO Centre, and Signal Hill.

Author : Bill Rompkey,William Rompkey
Publisher : McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2005-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0773529950

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The Story of Labrador by Bill Rompkey,William Rompkey Pdf

Newfoundland and Labrador are like two uneasy stepsisters, each with its own distinct identity, trying to share a common house. Using original research, including personal interviews, and drawing on his forty-year association with Labrador, Bill Rompkey explores this relationship in the context of the region's unique racial, geographical, political, and social history. Rompkey charts the rise of Labrador as a giant in Canada's near north. He looks at the impact of the region's vast natural resources, which includes the recently discovered nickel mine at Voisey's Bay, the largest in the world, and Ramah chert, a choice stone the Aboriginals traded thousands of years ago. The Story of Labrador is also the story of Innuit caribou hunters and people of the seal, French fishermen and Basque whalers, settlers, traders, and absentee governors. It is the story of great Canadian construction projects like the Quebec North Shore and Labrador Railway, the rich iron ore operations at Labrador City and Wabush, and Chuchill Fall, which was the largest hydro project in the world when it was created.