Hello there!
Are you looking for a reprieve from mid-winter? How about some excellent books that come with a strong dose of Canada?
Ottawa, Ontario
ANNOUNCING the release of my cover story for the Historical Novels Review: “Oh Canada! Understanding a Nation Through its Historical Novels.”
This assignment sent me to a joyful review of some outstanding Canadian historical fiction. I used the opportunity to introduce readers to some of our best Canadian novelists and fascinating stories from our past. I’ve set these novels within a description of key developments in the history of our nation – a kind of Coles Notes version of how Canada came to be, and how our geography defines us.
If you’re a member of the Historical Novel Society, you’ll already have the magazine in your mailbox. For those of you who are not members, click here for the article. I hope you find in it some appealing new books to curl up with this month!
Lee Ann
Thanks again for taking on this assignment! Such an excellent and thoughtful survey that has inspired me to read and reread!
This was one of my very favourite writing assignments of all time, Claire! Like you, the chance to read and re-read, and then to put all those titles into historical context. Thank you again for the opportunity!
Wow, that is a great article LeeAnn. You write so well. I am very impressed. As for the books, you sure gave me a good collection of novels to explore.
That’s great, Yolly! Glad you liked the article and have been inspired to read. Let me know which ones turn out to be your favourites!