Canadian author Adam Shoalts is an avid explorer. He is an historian, archaeologist and geographer—and an awesome writer. In his book, ‘A History of Canada in Ten Maps: Epic Stories of Charting a Mysterious Land,’ Shoalts emphasizes how important maps are—every map tells a tale, has relevance and beckons us to follow them. This book charms the reader with a vision how the New World appeared to the very earliest explorers and original mapmakers. It will make you look at our nation in a whole new way.
Born in the American midwest, bestselling author Bill Bryson now is a permanent resident of the United Kingdom. Bryson’s travel books are popular and personally researched. ‘The Road to Little Dribbling: More Notes From a Small Island’ has an honest, colourful and often humourous insight into the pleasure of experiencing the lanes and pathways of Great Britain. Bryson has an eye for wonder and a natural capacity for curiosity. This book is a joy to read.
‘The Green Road’ by award-winning writer, Anne Enright is set in small town Atlantic coast Ireland. It is the story of a family growing up in a quickly changing world. Enright creates authentic characters with real problems and flaws. This is a very personal glimpse into the workings of a family.
Paula Hawkins’ novel, ‘The Girl on the Train,’ was a runaway bestseller for the young British author—it has also been made into a film. Her newest book, ‘Into the Water’ is very suspenseful and focuses on the unpredictable lustre of the truth and the corrosive nature of keeping too many family secrets. This is a look into the misleading deceits of human emotions and reminiscence.
Young Adult Pick: ‘Every Hidden Thing’ by Kenneth Oppel
DVD Pick: ‘USS Indianapolis’ – a true story of a major tragedy at sea during WWII starring Nicholas Cage
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