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23 produkter
Missing!
The Disappeared, Lost or Abducted in Canada
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2007
196 kr
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Some were taking a stroll through their neighbourhoods on a warm summer evening. Others were at home, tackling a few household chores. Still others were on their way to work, but the people in this book have one thing in common...they all vanished, without a trace: - Demolition crews discover a …
Canadian Inventions
Fantastic Feats & Quirky Contraptions
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2005
102 kr
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One of Canada's best-kept secrets is the amazing list of inventions, both great and ridiculous, that were created by Canadians! Author Lisa Wojna celebrates Canuck ingenuity and tells the stories behind an array of innovations. From the space shuttle's Canadarm to the electron microscope, Canadians …
Canadian Women Adventurers
Stories of Daring and Courage
Häftad, 2005
108 kr
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Canada has an exciting legacy of courageous women who pushed through gender barriers and often exercised great daring, forging new paths and opportunities for other women. This collection of stories tells of strong, determined women whose dreams and experiences changed the shape of Canadian history …
Great Canadian Women
Portraits of Nineteen Extraordinary Women
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2005
111 kr
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We want women leaders today as never before. Leaders who are not afraid to be called names and who are willing to go out and fight. I think women can save civilization. Women are persons. -Emily Murphy, 1931 Emily Murphy and four other determined women took their fight to be legally declared …
Amazing Dogs
Stories of Brilliance, Loyalty, Courage & Extraordinary Feats
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2008
202 kr
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Our best friends. They can be pets or working dogs; they race for sticks and balls or find survivors of disasters, and they are the subjects of some of the most amazing and touching stories: * Employees of the Albany post office adopted a stray puppy named Owney, and in his life he traveled …
Canadian Firsts
Inventions, Sports, Medicine, Space, Women's Rights, Explorers, Science, Research, Arts, World Affairs
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2008
196 kr
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Canadians don't spend a lot of time bragging, but as this collection shows, our citizens have a lot to be proud of--the many amazing firsts that have come from this country and its people and their impact on our culture and the world: * Alexander MacKenzie was the first recorded explorer to …
Bathroom Book of Ohio Trivia
Weird, Wacky and Wild
Häftad, 2007
202 kr
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This book is an entertaining collection of trivia from the Buckeye State. For example, the Kitty Hawk was built in Ohio. A remarkable number of presidents come from Ohio. George Armstrong Custer was born in Rumley and taught school in Ohio before enrolling in military school. This and more in the …
Illinois Trivia
Weird, Wacky and Wild
Häftad, 2008
202 kr
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"America's Most American State," Illinois is considered the most average state according to Census Bureau data analysis by the Associated Press. Illinois is full of fascinating and often humorous stories of strange places, bizarre events, intriguing history and colorful characters: · The first …
Colorado Trivia
Weird, Wacky & Wild
Häftad, 2008
198 kr
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Colorado is full of fascinating and often humorous stories of strange places, bizarre events, intriguing history and colorful characters: · Colorado has the highest paved road in North America; the road to Mt. Evans climbs an amazing 14,258 feet above sea level · Mike the Headless Chicken Day is …
Bride's Book of Traditions,Trivia and Curiosities
Häftad, 2009
168 kr
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There is much tradition and folklore surrounding weddings. Generation after generation, cultures have developed rituals, superstitions and events to make this day a special one to remember: ·The world's most expensive wedding dress featured 150 carats of diamonds and was valued at $12 million …
Book of Babies
Tradition, Trivia and Curious Facts
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2009
163 kr
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Babies are life's little miracles. Everything about them -- from conception to birth and beyond -- is fascinating. Book of Babies includes intriguing scientific facts, strange stories, famous stars and their little ones, and cultural traditions from across the globe: * The Chinese believe that if a …
Weird Canadian Traditions and Superstitions
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2009
198 kr
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Don't walk under ladders! Place a star on the top of your Christmas tree. Superstitions and traditions often govern how we participate in life. But what of the uniquely Canadian superstitions and traditions practiced across the country? - Canadian folklore suggests eating fish from the head …
Pet Heroes
Extraordinary Acts of Courage and Devotion
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2010
196 kr
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People often form strong attachments to the animals in their lives, and sometimes the connection is so deep that pets put their lives on the line for the ones they love: * Angel, a golden retriever belonging to 11-year-old Austin Forman of Boston Bar, BC, intercepted a cougar as it leapt at her …
Canadian Con Artists
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2010
196 kr
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William 'Canada Bill' Jones once proclaimed that it was 'immoral to let a sucker keep his money.' As a result, confidence men and women looking to make a quick buck find it easy to exploit the trusting and compassionate Canadian nature. Many have misrepresented, misguided and lied their way through …
Canada's Most Wanted
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2011
186 kr
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Wanted posters featuring the mug shots of leering criminals trying to stay one step ahead of the law have been a common sight on post office and police station walls. Canada's Most Wanted brings you stories of Canada's most notorious fugitives and the dogged law enforcement officers sworn to bring …
Identity Theft in Canada
Outrageous Tales and Prevention Strategies
Av Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2012
202 kr
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It is estimated that one in six Canadians will be victims of identity theft. Complaints of identity theft and fraud in Canada double and even triple each year, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Fraud artists often use electronic means to steal millions of dollars from ordinary Canadians. …
North Carolina Trivia
Weird, Wacky and Wild
Av John Wood, Lisa Wojna
Häftad, 2010
202 kr
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North Carolina Trivia is full of fascinating and often humorous stories of strange places, bizarre events, intriguing history and colorful characters: - The famous Siamese Twins, Chang and Eng Bunker, lived in and are buried near Mount Airy--the town after which Andy Griffith modeled his Mayberry …
Pacific Northwest Trivia
Weird, Wacky & Wild
Av Gina Spadoni, Tyler Mudrey m. fl.
Häftad, 2019
204 kr
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Pacific Northwest Trivia is a readable, entertaining potpourri of fascinating facts about a region of ecological diversity, captivating history, a progressive political culture with hints of separatism and colorful characters: · The world's largest strawberry shortcake, weighing 5700 pounds, is …
Oregon Trivia
Häftad, 2021
245 kr
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Enjoy this rich and entertaining collection of facts about the colorful people and places of Oregon. Read about the town that has a bluebird house in front of every home, the best place in the world to windsurf, the world's smallest official park and the Oregon community where it's illegal to box …
Arizona Trivia
Weird, Wacky and Wild
Häftad, 2008
202 kr
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Arizona is full of fascinating and often humorous stories of strange places, bizarre events, intriguing history and colorful characters: * Mesa's founder was the great-grandfather of Fay Wray, star of King Kong (1933) * The place to go for great burgers in Kayenta is also the place to learn about …
