Janet Lunn Knihy

Die Geschichte der fünfzehnjährigen Mary, die ihre schottische Heimat verläßt, um ihren in Kanada verschollenen Vetter Duncan zu suchen. Zugleich wird das harte und entbehrungsreich Leben der kanadischen Siedler im 19. Jahrhundert geschildert.

The story revolves around Elizabeth and her unsettling experiences with a mysterious doll that seems to connect her and others through shared dreams and uncanny knowledge. As strange occurrences unfold, the characters must confront the implications of their bond with the doll and the secrets it may hold. This exploration of the supernatural delves into themes of friendship, the unknown, and the impact of seemingly innocent objects on their lives.

Set against the backdrop of a Canadian farm, the story follows twelve-year-old orphan Rose as she discovers a hidden world in her aunt's root cellar. Here, she befriends the spirits of those who lived on the farm over a century ago, leading to enchanting interactions that bridge past and present. Through these connections, Rose embarks on a journey of friendship, self-discovery, and the exploration of her family's history.

From the epic journeys into the unknown by the first people who crossed the Bering land bridge thousands of years ago to Roberta Bondar's landmark voyage into space, The Story of Canada is as vast in scope as the country itself. Authors Janet Lunn and Christopher Moore tell the country's story through rich narrative, recreations of daily life, folk tales, and fascinating facts. The book is splendidly illustrated with original paintings by Alan Daniel, as well as hundreds of historical photographs, maps, paintings, posters, and cartoons. And this updated edition takes Canada's story right up to the present day, with new material on the Charlottetown Accord, the resurgence of Quebec separatism, and Canadian peacekeeping efforts in the former Yugoslavia. The result is a highly readable history that is as beautiful as it is informative, an essential reference for every Canadian family.