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Wolfe Island

A Legacy in Stone

Barbara Wall La Rocque
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Pages
312
Year
2009
Language
English

About

Wolfe Island begins with the emergence of islands at the end of the last ice age and moves through the many centuries of First Nations habitation to the era of French exploration and the fur trading, the arrival of the earliest British settlers and the United Empire Loyalists, up to current time. The development and decline of industry, the evolution of facilities, land title frustrations, and the emergence of a strong sense of identity among the inhabitants are featured, along with a wealth of anecdotes based on colourful and eccentric personalities. This extensively researched history of Wolfe Island is a treasure trove for history buffs.

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"... this is a valuable addition to local history, particularly excerpts from Charles Wall's description of life with the islanders who embraced him."
Kingston Life Magazine

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