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  • Andrew Hind and Maria Da Silva 3-Book Bundle

    RMS Segwun / Ghost Towns of Muskoka / Ghosts of Niagara-on-the-Lake

    Three titles in Andrew Hind and Maria Da Silva’s acclaimed series on the local history, maritime colour, and even the shadowy side of Ontario’s most picturesque communities. From ghost towns to actual ghosts, the unexpected abounds in this collection of the most surprising corners of Ontario — a must for cottagers and local-history lovers, brought to you by two of the best!Includes:RMS SegwunGhost ... Read more

    $15.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ghost Towns of Ontario's Cottage Country

    by Andrew Hind ...
    Explore the remnants of vanished villages across Ontario’s cottage country.Crumbling foundations lost in the forest, weathered buildings leaning wearily with age, cracked tombstones jutting from the ground — all serve as haunting reminders of once thriving villages that have since been abandoned. Each of these locales has a distinct story to tell, stories that until now were confined to fading ... Read more

    $8.69 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ghosts of Niagara-on-the-Lake

    A new, expanded edition detailing Niagara-on-the-Lake’s ghostly inhabitants.Long-dead British soldiers, grieving lovers, lingering spirits — Niagara-on-the-Lake’s long and colourful history is kept alive by ghosts of its past.Through historical investigation and eyewitness accounts, Andrew Hind and Maria Da Silva share over two dozen ghostly tales: a murdered British officer haunts the Olde Angel ... Read more

    $9.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ghost Towns of Muskoka

    Ghost Towns of Muskoka explores the tragic history of a collection of communities from across Muskoka whose stars have long since faded. Today, these ghost towns are merely a shadow -- or spectre -- of what they once were. Some have disappeared entirely, having been swallowed by regenerating forests, while others have been reduced to foundations, forlorn buildings, and silent ruins. A few support ... Read more

    $8.09 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Timeless Hospitality

    Historic Resorts of Muskoka

    by Andrew Hind ...
    Before it was known as Ontario’s cottage country, resorts made Muskoka one of Canada’s most popular vacation destinations.Try to imagine Muskoka without its iconic resorts: Deerhurst, with its tradition of warm hospitality dating back more than a century; Sherwood Inn, which continues to define old-style Muskoka; or JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa, reaching new heights of elegance. ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ghost Town Stories of Ontario

    Series series Amazing Stories
    Ontario is rich in ghost towns, communities that were once thriving but which have been reduced to mere shadows of their former selves. Nine villages -- including silver camps, fishing ports, crossroads hamlets, and farming settlements -- come alive on the pages of this book. The term 'ghost town' invariably conjures up images of fog-shrouded cemeteries, buildings with sinister visages, and of ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Strange Events of Ontario

    Chilling Tales of Phantoms, Curses and Hauntings

    Series series Amazing Stories
    Mythological sea monsters lurking in the depths of Lake Simcoe, a fair-haired Sasquatch combing the isolated stretches of northern highways, and the mournful "Maid of the Mist" of Niagara Falls are just some of the mysterious stories of Ontario found in this collection. Read up on the eerie events of Ontario's history that will challenge reason and provoke curiosity. Do you believe? ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • RMS Segwun

    Queen of Muskoka

    One hundred and twenty-five years of steamboating in Muskoka come alive with the anniversary celebration of the RMS Segwun.The Royal Mail Ship Segwun is the oldest operating steamship in North America, a Muskoka icon, and one of Ontario’s best-known tourist attractions. Built as a paddlewheeler in 1887, the RMS Segwun saw her initial career suspended in the 1950s when the ship ceased operations. ... Read more

    $7.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Rebels Against Tories in Upper Canada 1837

    Series series Amazing Stories
    The 1837 Rebellion in Upper Canada was a defining moment in Canadian history. It led to political and economic reforms, pushed forward the process of nationhood, and sparked a sense of patriotism. It was also a time of turbulence, uncertainty, and sacrifice. Rebels Against Tories in Upper Canada 1837 focuses on ordinary men and women who found themselves in the middle of an armed revolt against ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Secrets of Lake Simcoe

    Fascinating stories from Ontario's past

    Series series Amazing Stories
    A lively book illustrated with archival photos, Secrets of Lake Simcoe is a valuable addition to local history collections and provides a refreshing way for anyone to view what some consider to be Canada's sixth Great Lake.At the heart of central Ontario, Lake Simcoe has played an important role in the province's history for hundreds of years. Today a popular destination for pleasure-seekers and ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    Muskoka

    Enchanting Stories from Cottage Country

    Narrated by Janice Ryan ...

    Unabridged

    6 hours 55 min

    Muskoka is a beloved region for summertime frivolity—a popular destination for tourists and cottagers.The region is also home to a remarkably varied and interesting history.This book explores stories that most people, residents included, likely know little about.Meet Dangerous Dan, a two-fisted brawler who fought his way into legend though countless lumber camps and booze-soaked taverns.Learn how ... Read more

    $18.99 USD

  • Audiobook

    Niagara

    Daredevils, Danger & Extraordinary Stories

    Narrated by Janice Ryan ...

    Unabridged

    6 hours 46 min

    Niagara is rich with fascinating stories, from daredevils to heroics.From the horrors during the War of 1812, to murder, to technological innovation and the birth of the modern tourist industry, Niagara has seen it all:In 1901, Annie Taylor was the first person to go over the falls in a barrel…and survive.It is said that the former Houdini Hall of Fame was cursed by the dead escape artist himself, ... Read more

    $18.99 USD