The Boys of ’62 Transcending the Racial Divide (2nd Limited Edition)
A remarkable story of dedication, perseverance in sport and racial harmony when racial intolerance and social upheaval dominated the North American landscape. Three new chapters: Roy Hobb’s World Series, Lt. Governor’s reception & Sport Hall of Fame about this celebrated team. A Nova Scotia Baseball Hall of Fame team with 55 years in sport and as role models within their communities; nominated for Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame for 2010. One of the first truly racially integrated sports teams in Canada; comprised of an equal number of black (African Canadian) and white players, they transcended racial barriers and dominated junior baseball in the summer of 1962, but more importantly dedicated themselves to succeeding generations of youth, earning the respect and support of their community and province. This is a story of that Hall of Fame team and each of its members.
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The LIMITED SECOND EDITION covers the years 2008-9 involving the Roy Hobb’s World Series of Baseball in Florida (Classic Division, 2008) the Lieutenant Governor’s Reception (February, 2009). This edition has over 40 biographies and 90 additional photographs The number of copies available for sale is limited and it will soon be moved into the RARE category.
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R.E.A.L., from the Edge of the Rock
Ghosts, myths, ‘old country’ superstition, rigid religious dogma, harsh school discipline and the cyclical poverty of mid-Century Newfoundland outports provide the context and content for this fascinating 60 year memoir.
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Unusual sightings, the presence of ghosts in the family home, belief in fairies and superstitions were all a part of growing up in the village. She also grew up in fear: angst related to her father’s harsh discipline, as well as threat-based schooling deeply rooted in rote learning and religious rites. “Forty years later and much personal work, she sees that choice, and her home in a very different light.” This story parallels the conditions and situations in many smaller, rural Canadian Communities in the 1940s-1960s, especially for women. A page turner once you begin; something to which many individuals can relate to in their own childhood.
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Timeless Treasures: Historical Newfoundland in Art (Vol. 1)
Over thirty timeless historical paintings of important architecture and older communities of the Rock by celebrated Newfoundland artist, Virginia Houston. Scenes range from the late 18th Century to the early 1950s. Many lost or altered communities are preserved in paintings as well as in the historical accounts and descriptions.
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Also included in this publication is the celebrated Limited Editions of modern day George Street and Freshwater Road in St. John’s, plus historical paintings of Bristol’s Hope, Pushthrough, Dunfield, Fogo, Curling, Corner Brook, St. Anthony, Crow’s Gulch, St. John’s Harbour, Charleston, Cape Anguille, Placentia, Merasheen Island, Conche, St. Vincent’s, La Manche, Petite Forte, Ferryland, Quirpon, World War II in Gander plus Fort Pepperell, as well as the original Memorial College. Add Hopedale and Hebron in Labrador, plus the crest, flower, bird and the celebrated Newfoundland Dog and one has a wonderful memory of this celebrated land.
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Timeless Treasures: Historical Newfoundland in Art (Vol. 2)
Over thirty timeless historical paintings of important architecture and older communities of the Rock by celebrated Newfoundland artist, Virginia Houston. Scenes range from the late 18th Century to the early 1950s. Many lost or altered communities are preserved in paintings as well as in the historical accounts and descriptions.
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Also included are copies of the celebrated Limited Edition prints of modern day George Street and Freshwater Road in St. John’s, plus historical paintings of Bristol’s Hope, Pushthrough, Dunfield, Fogo, Curling, Corner Brook, St. Anthony, Crow’s Gulch, St. John’s Harbour, Charleston, Cape Anguille, Placentia, Merasheen Island, Conche, St. Vincent’s, La Manche, Petite Forte, Ferryland, Quirpon, plus World War II represented by in Gander aircraft and Fort Pepperell, as well as the original Memorial College. Add Hopedale and Hebron in Labrador, plus the crest, flower, bird, flag and celebrated dog of Newfoundland and Labrador and one has a keepsake to treasure. Limited quantities of the Guest Book are available – originally published for B&Bs/guest homes/inns, as well as Newfoundland homes where keeping a guest book is a time-honoured tradition.
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