Castles in the air: Guy Gavriel Kay mixes history and fantasy

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Kay writes fantasy books that emulate the style of author J.R.R. Tolkien. His first book, 'The Fionavar Tapestry,' was published in 1984. Kay's most recent work, 'A Song for Arbonne,' explores the cultural aspects of equality between men and women.

Methods, Authors, Writers, Kay, Guy Gavriel

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The battle to fight history's wrong

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Canadian merchant seamen suffered a 1 in 8 casualty rate in World War II, but have never been granted full veterans' benefits. The 2,000 surviving seamen seek both benefits and recognition for their heroic war efforts.

Laws, regulations and rules, Column, Veterans, World War II, 1939-1945, Merchant seamen, Merchant mariners

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Slices of history under the sidewalk

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Urban archeological excavations are becoming more numerous in Canadian cities as interest in recovering artifacts increases. Rising costs and technical difficulties make such projects difficult, however.

Archaeology, Antiquities, Quebec, Quebec, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Quebec (City)

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