Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Language
English
Published
Apr 1, 2006
Publisher
Scholastic Canada
ISBN-10
0439948983
ISBN-13
9780439948982
Description
Read fascinating biographies of five heroic Canadians who have confronted danger or adversity in brave, resourceful and admirable ways. Included are Madeleine de Verchères, the young defender of the family fort in New France; Dr. Norman Bethune, the innovative surgeon of war-torn Spain and China; Sergeant Tommy Prince, whose daring exploits made him the most decorated Native Canadian soldier; Terry Fox and his inspirational Marathon of Hope for cancer research; and Roberta Bondar, the first female Canadian explorer of space.
Genres
Thriller & Suspense