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A Time for Burning
Study of burning practices of the native people of northern Alberta. Complements the film "Fires of Spring."
The Play That Goes Wrong
Good evening. I'm Inspector Carter. Take my case. This must be Charles Haversham! I'm sorry, this must've given you all a damn shock. After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast start to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls? The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived and performed by award-winning company Theatre Mischief. It was first published as a one-act play and is published in this new edition as a two-act play.
Wolfville Nights
Alfred Henry Lewis' 'Wolfville Nights' is a collection of short stories that offer a vivid portrayal of life in the Old West. Set in the rough and tumble town of Wolfville, the book explores themes of morality, justice, and human nature with a unique blend of wit and wisdom. Each story is filled with colorful characters and engaging plotlines, making it a delightful read for fans of Western literature. Written in a straightforward and engaging style, 'Wolfville Nights' captures the essence of the Wild West while also providing insightful commentary on society at the time. The book's rich language and vivid descriptions transport the reader back to a bygone era, immersing them in the world of cowboys, outlaws, and frontier life. Alfred Henry Lewis, a former lawyer turned journalist, draws on his experiences in the American West to craft stories that are both entertaining and thought-provoking. His deep understanding of human nature and his keen eye for detail shine through in each tale, making 'Wolfville Nights' a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Old West.
Forgotten Fires
A common stereotype about American Indians is that for centuries they lived in static harmony with nature, in a pristine wilderness that remained unchanged until European colonization. Omer C. Stewart was one of the first anthropologists to recognize that Native Americans made significant impact across a wide range of environments. Most important, they regularly used fire to manage plant communities and associated animal species through varied and localized habitat burning. In Forgotten Fires, editors Henry T. Lewis and M. Kat Anderson present Stewart's original research and insights, written in the 1950s yet still provocative today. Significant portions of Stewart's text have not been available until now, and Lewis and Anderson set Stewart's findings in the context of current knowledge about Native hunter-gatherers and their uses of fire.
Kingship and Masculinity in Late Medieval England
Kingship and Masculinity in Late Medieval England explores the dynamic between kingship and masculinity in fifteenth century England, with a particular focus on Henry V and Henry VI. The role of gender in the rhetoric and practice of medieval kingship is still largely unexplored by medieval historians. Discourses of masculinity informed much of the contemporary comment on fifteenth century kings, for a variety of purposes: to praise and eulogise but also to explain shortcomings and provide justification for deposition. Katherine J. Lewis examines discourses of masculinity in relation to contemporary understandings of the nature and acquisition of manhood in the period and considers the exten...
Canadian Environmental History
A timely work, this book showcases articles by leading Canadian and international historians interested in environmental action and policy, including Colin M. Coates, Ramsay Cooke, Ken Cruikshank, and Donald Worster.
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Awful Splendour
Fire is a defining element in Canadian land and life. With few exceptions, Canada's forests and prairies have evolved with fire. Its peoples have exploited fire and sought to protect themselves from its excesses, and since Confederation, the country has devised various institutions to connect fire and society. The choices Canadians have made says a great deal about their national character. Awful Splendour narrates the history of this grand saga. It will interest geographers, historians, and members of the fire community.
