Through years of travel, the author reflects on the contrast between the good and bad in humanity, emphasizing the kindness encountered along the journey. The narrative celebrates the beauty found in ordinary lives, highlighting how many individuals remain unaware of their own worth. Each piece in the collection serves as a tribute to those who imparted valuable lessons without realizing their impact. Joan Baxter invites readers to share in the joy of meeting these remarkable people, showcasing the profound connections formed in diverse walks of life.
Exploring the diverse food cultures of Africa, this book highlights the continent's rich farming traditions and intricate cuisines. It delves into various types of food, uncovering the often-overlooked stories and significance behind them, celebrating the culinary heritage that shapes African identities.
The story revolves around the enigmatic Hermit of Gully Lake, an elderly man who spent over fifty years in isolation in the northern Nova Scotia wilderness. His life of solitude and the mystery surrounding his disappearance in December 2003 captivated the imagination of many, leading to a legendary status that extended beyond Canada. The narrative explores themes of solitude, survival, and the allure of a life lived away from society.
"The Mill - Fifty Years of Pulp and Protest explores the power that a single industry can wield. For fifty years, the pulp mill near Pictou in northern Nova Scotia has buoyed the local economy and found support from governments at all levels. But it has also pulped millions of acres of forests, spewed millions of tonnes of noxious emissions into the air, consumed quadrillions of litres of fresh water and then pumped them out again as toxic effluent into nearby Boat Harbour, and eventually into the Northumberland Strait. From the day it began operation in 1967, the mill has fomented protest and created deep divisions and tensions in northern Nova Scotia. This story is about people whose livelihoods depend on the pulp mill and who are willing to live with the "smell of money." It's about people whose well-being, health, homes, water, air, and businesses have been harmed by the mill's emissions and effluent. It's about the heartache such divisions cause and about people who, for the sake of peace, keep their thoughts about the mill to themselves. But it's also about hope, giving voice to those who led the successive groups that have protested and campaigned for a cleaner mill - First Nations, fishers, doctors, local councillors, tourism operators, artists and musicians, teachers and woodlot owners. Their personal stories are interwoven into a historical arc that traces the mill's origins and the persistent environmental and social problems it causes to this day. Baxter weaves a rich tapestry of storytelling, relevant to everyone who is concerned about how we can start to renegotiate the relationship between economy, jobs, and profits on one hand, and human well-being, health, and the environment on the other. The Mill tells a local story with global relevance and appeal."-- Provided by publisher
