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This beautiful hardcover edition is in fine condition. The pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked, remaining tight and square in their binding. The red cloth boards are well preserved, with gilt lettering along the spine. The dust jacket is unmarked and well kept.

This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket is unmarked, red cloth boards, and gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Great Depression 1929–1939 by Pierre Berton (1990) is a compelling narrative history that draws on oral testimonies, memoirs, and firsthand accounts to illuminate one of the most difficult decades in Canadian life. Rather than focusing solely on economic or political analysis, Berton captures the lived experiences of ordinary Canadians, weaving their stories into a vivid portrait of hardship and resilience. Praised for its rich storytelling, the book brings the era to life with striking detail, from the Dust Bowl and crippling droughts on the Prairies to the eventual recovery as war production in 1939 helped lift the nation out of depression.

This beautiful hardcover is well-preserved and in near fine condition, with no marks and crisp, unmarked pages. The book is tight, square, and clean throughout. The dust jacket is in good condition, and the red cloth boards feature bright gilt lettering on the spine.

This well-preserved edition hardcover is in near fine condition. The pages are tight, clean, and unmarked; the binding is tight and square. The blue cloth boards are clean with white lettering on the spine. The dust jacket is in near fine condition.

This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket is near fine, red cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Great Depression: 1929–1939 by Pierre Berton, a well-known Canadian historian and writer, offers a vivid account of how the economic collapse affected Canadians across society. Blending personal stories with historical analysis, Berton captures the struggles of the unemployed, farmers, and emerging political movements. His engaging style makes complex issues accessible, earning praise from critics and readers alike. The Great Depression: 1929–1939 (published in 1990) was Pierre Berton's final major historical book, serving as a fitting conclusion to his lifelong effort to make Canadian history engaging and accessible.

This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, red cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Arctic Grail: The Quest for the Northwest Passage and the North Pole, 1818-1909 by Pierre Berton is a comprehensive historical account of the exploration of the Arctic, particularly focusing on the efforts to discover the Northwest Passage and to reach the North Pole. Published in 1988, this book explores nearly a century of Arctic expeditions, driven by national pride, scientific curiosity, and personal ambition. Pierre Berton’s meticulous research and narrative style make The Arctic Grail a vivid and engaging account of Arctic exploration. The book was widely praised for its depth, storytelling, and nuanced portrayal of the explorers and the extreme conditions they faced. It remains a definitive work on Arctic exploration and is highly regarded by historians and readers interested in polar history, adventure, and survival.