Brian Busby – författare

Largely drawn from his columns for Canadian Notes & Queries and entries in his popular blog by the same name, Brian Busby''s The Dusty Bookcase explores the fascinating world of Canada''s lesser-known literary efforts: works that suffered censorship, critical neglect, or brilliant yet fleeting notoriety. These rare and quirky totems of Canadiana, collected over the last three decades, form a travel diary of sorts—yet one without maps. Covering more than 250 books, peppered with observations on the writing and publishing scenes, Busby''s work explores our cultural past, questioning why certain works are celebrated and others ignored.

Brilliantly illustrated with covers and ephemera related to the titles discussed, The Dusty Bookcase draws much needed attention to unknown writing worthy of our attention, and some of our acclaim.

Great Canadian Speeches features 50 momentous and powerful speeches in Canadian history, each testament the skilful use of language to inspire political change. Whether it be Lester Pearson addressing the Royal Canadian Legion during the height of the Flag Debate or Pierre Trudeau''s 1980 Referendum speech at the Paul Sauvé Arena, this book brings to life the pivotal moments in the history of Canada.OTHER SPEECHES INCLUDE:• Charles de Gaulle''s ''Vive le Québec libre'' speech • Louis Riel''s trial statement• Jean Chrétien on the events of September 11, 2001 • Wilfrid Laurier on the death of John A. Macdonald

Since time immemorial war has inspired poets, firing their imaginations to produce some of the world''s greatest verse. The poems included in this new compilation cover conflicts from every period of history -- from the wars of the ancients, through the Renaissance and the Middle Ages to the present day. The experiences and emotions they encompass are timeless: heroism, courage, stoicism, comaraderie, despair, understanding, empathy, joy.

Including over 150 poems, this thought-provoking anthology is a fitting tribute to all those affected by war, past and present.

Few people alive today had direct experience of the First World War, and yet it seems embedded in the collective consciousness of the combatant nations as a warning to future generations of the futility of military conflict. Our awareness of the terror, loneliness and desperate hope endured by the men who fought this war we owe to the quality of the art that came out of it, not least the poetry. Despite the passage of time, its ability to move and inspire us remains undimmed, as this superb new compilation richly demonstrates.

Selected from the work of soldiers killed in action - starting with Rupert Brooke in 1915 and ending with the tragic loss of Wilfred Owen seven days before the Armistice - the poems capture a broad range of emotions, contemplations and states of mind, ranging from anthems about the brutality of war to wistful evocations of home and loved ones left behind.

This collection showcases some of the best poetry to emerge from the conflict and stands as a worthy memorial to the collective talent and sacrifice of those who gave their lives.

The Book of Magic is a treasure trove of magical illusions to be performed with playing cards, rope, rings handkerchiefs, banknotes and coins. Written by Bruce Smith, a professional magician and member of the Magic Circle, it tells you how to do a wealth of baffling and entertaining tricks, with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. The Book of Magic offers and excellent grounding in the basics of magic, and offers you the opportunity to amaze your friends and family with a selection of convincing magic tricks.

Synopsis

Offers a grounding in the basics of magic, and provides the opportunity to amaze friends and family. This book includes 200 illustrations to help budding magicians.It also includes brief biographies of some of the great magicians and their classic tricks.

Mit seiner Auswahl der besten und beliebtesten Zaubertricks, wie sie auch von professionellen Magiern vorgeführt werden, und zahlreichen zusätzlichen Tipps vermittelt dieses Buch die Grundlagen der Zauberkunst. Der erfahrene Magier Bruce Smith beschreibt die Tricks Schritt für Schritt genau; eine Vielzahl von Illustrationen veranschaulichen die Durchführung. Die verblüffenden Zaubertricks mit Karten, Münzen, Scheinen, Tüchern, Seilen und Ringen sind für Anfänger und Fortgeschrittene geeignet. Eine Fundgrube für alle, die andere Menschen unterhalten oder sich sogar eine eigene Zaubershow zusammenstellen wollen.