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1992: A Canadian Millionaire: The Life and Business Times of Sir Joseph Flavelle, Bart. 1858-1939, by Michael Bliss
$60.00“A Canadian Millionaire: The Life and Business Times of Sir Joseph Flavelle, Bart. 1858-1939” by Michael Bliss is a comprehensive biography that delves into the remarkable life and achievements of Sir Joseph Flavelle, a prominent Canadian millionaire. Published by the University of Toronto Press in 1992, this first paperback edition is a reprint of the original issue published in 1998 by Macmillan of Canada.
With 562 pages, the book provides a detailed account of Flavelle’s life, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a successful businessman. The book is in excellent condition, with no writing or markings, and is very well bound. Although it shows a slight fold crease along the spine, indicating the book had been opened, it remains in near-new condition. There is minimal rubbing or wear on the cover.
This biography offers valuable insights into the life of a significant figure in Canadian history, making it a must-read for anyone interested in business, entrepreneurship, and the development of Canada in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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1972: Creeps, by David Freeman, part of Canadian Play Series
$45.00Creeps by David Freeman is a play that explores the lives of four men who reside in a mental institution. The play is set in the 1970s, and it delves into the experiences of the characters as they navigate through their daily lives in the institution. The play is part of the Canadian Play Series and was published by the University of Toronto Press in 1972.
The play’s title, Creeps, refers to the derogatory term used to describe people with mental illnesses during that time. The play is a poignant commentary on the treatment of mental illness in the 1970s and the stigma attached to it. The characters in the play are complex and well-developed, and the play explores their individual struggles and relationships with each other. Creeps is a powerful and thought-provoking play that sheds light on an important issue and is still relevant today.