On June 6, 1944, a daring and ambitious invasion of Europe changed the course of World War II, eventually leading to the surrender of Nazi Germany. During the night, through storms and high seas, the Allied forces swept towards the beaches of Normandy in France. This is the story of the bravery, the heroism, and the sheer dumb luck of the more than 14,000 Canadians who played a crucial role in that incredible event.

D-Day: Canadian Heroes of the Famous World War II Invasion (Amazing Stories)

History

Douglas, Tom

Military

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In 1876, at only 29 years old, Alexander Graham Bell completed the invention that would turn him into a household name: the telephone. In so doing, he forever changed the way people communicate. But the telephone was just one of the many inventions Bell produced and shared with the world. Driven by a deep curiosity and a keen scientific mind, he worked on groundbreaking inventions in an astonishing range of fields, including aviation and medicine. This is the amazing story of his most important discoveries, and his passionate, lifelong quest to improve the way things work.

Alexander Graham Bell: The Spirit of Invention (Amazing Stories)

Biographies & Memoirs

Groundwater, Jennifer

Historical

Unsung Heroes of the RCAF: Incredible Tales of Courage and Daring During World War II (Amazing Stories)

Faryon, Cynthia

Leaders & Notable People

The Black Donnellys: The Outrageous Tale of Canada's Deadliest Feud (Amazing Stories)

Hendley, Nate

The battle of Vimy Ridge in April 1917 saw Canadian troops storm a 14-kilometre long escarpment that was believed to be impregnable. This was the first time in Canada's history that a corps-sized formation fought together as a unit under its own leadership. Canadian troops persevered under heavy fire to take the ridge. The battle has since been much celebrated in Canada, as historians and descendants seek to explain the huge losses that military and political leaders accepted in a war that produced few gains for any nation. Tom Douglas recounts the events of this battle, and his narrative is accompanied by over 50 photos, drawings, and paintings by Canadian war artists.

Valour at Vimy Ridge: The Great Canadian Victory of World War I (Amazing Stories)

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Special Diet

This book offers a fresh, close-up look at the First World War as it was experienced by ordinary Canadian soldiers. This is the war as it was experienced by the tens of thousands of young Canadians. Reading their accounts offers a no-holds-barred picture of fighting, life in the trenches, the human cost in lives lost, and the physical and emotional aftermath for survivors.

Mysteries, Legends and Myths of the First World War: Canadian soldiers in the trenches and in the air (Amazing Stories)

Faryon, Cynthia J.

Faryon-Bouthillier, Cynthia J.

Americas

Tom Thomson: The Life and Mysterious Death of the Famous Canadian Painter (Amazing Stories)

Poling, Sr., Jim

Arts & Literature

"But even as the darkness and chill settle in, there is a glimmer of hope, a feeling of growing excitement. For the start of winter also means the beginning of the Christmas season, a time of celebration that goes back to the earliest days of Canadian settlement and far beyond." This book contains selections from the following Amazing Stories: Christmas in Atlantic Canada, Christmas in Quebec, Christmas in Ontario, Christmas in the Prairies, and Christmas in British Columbia Christmas is a time for celebrating with friends and family and for sharing stories, memories, and good cheer. This compilation brings to life the very best holiday stories from across Canada. From the early days of exploration to the modern day, and from heartwarming inspirational tales to dangerous escapades, this is a collection to treasure for many years to come.

Christmas in Canada: A Collection of Heartwarming Legends, Tales and Traditions (Amazing Stories)

MacDonald, CHeryl

Glasner, Joyce

Durnford, Megan

Mole, Rich

At the outbreak of World War II, the Royal Canadian Navy consisted of just 13 warships and about 3000 permanent and reserve members. By the war's end, however, it had grown into the third largest navy in the world, with 365 warships and more than 100,000 personnel. The men and women of the Royal Canadian Navy came from all corners of Canada to fight in the sea war against the enemy. Together, they exceeded even the highest expectations of their allies.

Unsung Heroes of the Royal Canadian Navy: Incredible Tales of Courage and Daring During World War II (Amazing Stories)

"I never saw his equal for true grit... He lay all day with his body torn and bleeding, and it was only at night when the stretcher bearers could approach the trench to get out the wounded that he was carried away, and then he went last." The history of Canada is filled with charismatic and talented military leaders. Each of the men featured in this collection was wildly successful in business and used his private wealth to provide Canada with a military unit at its times of greatest need. Today these respected units continue to serve Canada and Canadians.

Great Military Leaders: Charismatic Canadian Commanders (Amazing Stories)

Leach, Norman

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