Unbecoming is a collection of poems about loss, longing, and the slow, courageous remembering of who we are beneath everything we've been conditioned to be.Written over seven years of profound personal transformation, these poems trace an honest journey through uncertainty, grief, hope, love, identity, spirituality, and joy. Rather than presenting growth as a straight line, the collection invites readers into the beautifully imperfect experience of being human: where endin...

"The Remarkable History of the Hudson's Bay Company" by George Bryce delves into the fascinating narrative of one of the oldest commercial enterprises in North America. Established in the 17th century, the Hudson's Bay Company played a pivotal role in the fur trade and the exploration of Canada. Bryce meticulously chronicles the company's evolution, highlighting its influence on the economic and social fabric of the region. The book offers insights into the lives of the Indigenous peoples,...

"The Siege and Conquest of the North Pole" by George Bryce is a captivating exploration of the Arctic's harsh and mysterious landscape. The narrative follows a group of intrepid explorers as they embark on a daring expedition to the North Pole, facing treacherous ice, extreme weather, and the unknown. Bryce's vivid descriptions bring the icy wilderness to life, immersing readers in the challenges and triumphs of the journey. The book not only highlights the physical struggles of the explor...

The Mound Builders by George Bryce is a scholarly exploration of the ancient cultures that inhabited North America, specifically focusing on the enigmatic Mound Builders. Bryce, a Canadian historian and archaeologist, delves into the archaeological remains left by these Indigenous peoples, who constructed intricate earthen mounds for various purposes, including burial sites, ceremonial centers, and residential complexes.In this work, Bryce examines the geographic distribution of mound site...

The book begins by detailing John Black’s early life and education in Scotland, where his strong religious convictions and desire to serve others were nurtured. Bryce explores Black’s decision to become a missionary and his subsequent journey to Canada, where he arrived in the Red River Settlement in 1851. The author emphasizes Black's dedication to the spiritual needs of the settlers, particularly the Scottish and Métis populations, and his commitment to fostering a sense of community and...

In "The Siege and Conquest of the North Pole," George Bryce crafts a compelling narrative that seamlessly intertwines elements of adventure, exploration, and speculation. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, a time brimming with polar expeditions, Bryce employs a vivid and descriptive literary style that immerses the reader in the harsh realities and exhilarating wonders of the Arctic. The text not only explores the physical challenges faced by explorers but also delves into ...

In "The Siege and Conquest of the North Pole," George Bryce crafts an enthralling narrative that weaves together historical fact, vivid imagination, and a compelling exploration of human ambition. Set against the unforgiving backdrop of the Arctic, Bryce's prose captures the stark beauty and perilous challenges faced by explorers. The novel's literary style is imbued with rich, descriptive language and an intricate plot structure that echoes the adventure literature of the late 19th centur...

We are in the habit of referring to the heroic deeds of our fathers, whether English, Scottish, Irish or French, in the struggles they endured and the sacrifices they made for country or religion. The service rendered to liberty and religion by Cromwell and his Ironsides at Marston Moor or Naseby, by Hamilton and his Covenanters at Drumclog, by King William and his followers at Boyne and Londonderry, or by Henry and his Huguenots at Ivry, may well stir our bosoms with emotion.

The Complete Works of George BryceThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - The Romantic Settlement of Lord Selkirk's Colonists2 - The Mound Builders3 - The Remarkable History of the Hudson's Bay Company4 - The Siege and Conquest of the North Pole5 - John Black, the Apostle of the Red River

Drew Dunkel, reporter, has been feeling funny lately.Maybe it's because his estranged daughter is back in town, apparently eager to renew their acquaintance. Or is she? Suddenly she's visiting him at the newspaper, raving about conspiracy theories and mind control. When she's clapped into a mental institution for observation, Drew doesn't know what to think.But then she escapes--or does she?Meanwhile, Drew feels funnier and funnier. Until one day, he wakes up with a...

Finalist for the Wildrid Eggleston Award for Nonfiction at the 2017 Alberta Literary Awards!The long rivalry between the Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company for control of the fur trade in Canada's northwest came to an explosive climax on June 19th, 1816, at the so-called Battle of Seven Oaks. Armed buffalo hunters – Indigenous allies of the Nor-Westers – confronted armed colonists of the HBC's Selkirk settlement near the forks of the Assiniboine and Red Rivers in today...