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The first Dear Canada featuring a First Nations diarist, The Death of My Country is set at a pivotal point in Canada’s history - the war between Britain and France for control of New France. Geneviève Aubuchon is born into an Abenaki tribe but is orphaned when another tribe destroys her village. She and her brother are taken to a convent in Québec.While Geneviève gradually adapts to her new life with the sisters, her older brother runs away to rejoin the Abenaki. Geneviève fears for his life when he joins the First Nations allies who are helping defend Québec against the British siege of the city and the attack on the Plains of Abraham. Author Maxine Trottier frequently participates in historical re-enactments. Her hobby has provided her with an opportunity to research and experience this key time inCanada’s history. About the Dear Canada series: Attractive hardcover format with a ribbon bookmark, at a great price.- Historical notes, maps and period illustrations provide a strong historical context for the stories.- Journal format is always popular with young readers.- Books in the Dear Canada series continue to win top awards and receive rave reviews.Trottier, Maxine is the author of 'Death of My Country: The Plains of Abraham Diary of Genevive Aubuchon', published 2005 under ISBN 9780439967624 and ISBN 0439967627.
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