- Paperback
- Publisher: Raincoast Books (Aug 20 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1551927497
- ISBN-13: 978-1551927497
- Product Dimensions: 17.3 x 12.7 x 0.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 113 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #39,675 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
Weren't lucky enough to be born a Canadian but always wanted to be one? Or do you just want to know more about the land of beer and beavers and Mounties and moose? This playfully illustrated and cheeky celebration of Canada and all things Canadian is just the thing you've been waiting for. Uncover the mysteries of "eh," why so many famous comedians hail from Canada, and which surprising films were actually shot here. Learn the differences between the two Canadian Snowbirds, marvel at the dreamy list of famous Canadian hotties and tap your toes to the all-time Canadian top 40 smash-hit songs. Packed with trivia, this handy and accessible guide reveals a multitude of fascinating facts about what makes us the most glorious of nations. Featuring amazing Canadian inventions, great moments in Canadian history, a handy Canadian-American translator, and pointers on how to eat, dress and apologize like a Canadian, So, You Want to Be Canadian will get you all the ins and outs of being a Canadian-even if you aren't.
About the Author
Kerry Colburn is the author of The Rebound Journal, My Fabulous Life and My Dysfunctional Life (all from Chronicle Books). She lives in San Francisco-and wants to be Canadian so much that she married her co-author. Rob Sorensen originally hails from Edmonton. Although he now lives in San Francisco, he still faithfully drinks Crown Royal, roots for the Oilers and celebrates Canada Day.
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Worth checking out,
By T. O'Donnell (Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: So, You Want to Be Canadian: All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home (Paperback)
A great mix of fun and facts. A great read for everyone but a must for all Canadians who think they know themselves...this book shows we have so much more to be proud of. A lot of great surprises.
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What a book.,
By Rod Girard (Edmonton, Alberta Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: So, You Want to Be Canadian: All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home (Paperback)
I laughed, I cried, I changed my name to Wilfred Laurier.A smart, dazzling corker of a book, and a much needed contribution to 49th parallel solidarity. Savor, in particular, the passages on music and hockey. At times I missed the sober skepticism of Sorensen's earlier writings, but I now know the expectation was misguided. This book is a long awaited gift to Sorensen's fans: best to just be thankful for it. On balance, a winning effort. Maple syrup anyone?
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3.9 out of 5 stars (19 customer reviews) 17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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Extremely Entertaining,
By D. Miller - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: So, You Want to Be Canadian: All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home (Paperback)
I love this book. I just got it and have read it twice. It is a delightful romp that at times uncovers some rare tidbits (or is that Tim Bits?) of these underrated people. I particularly enjoyed the comparison between Anne Murray's song 'Snowbird' and the Snowbird aerobatic flying team. This work is a must-have for all Canadians, but I would recommend it for all nationalities. Mmmm....beaver tail.
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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Fun Cute Book About a Cute Fun People,
By Ricky Hunter - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: So, You Want to Be Canadian: All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home (Paperback)
The authors of So, You Want To Be Canadian (it should by all rights have an "eh" at the end of that sentence) have hit on all the essential topics in their humourous attempt to explain Canada to the rest of the world. Maybe it is not much more than beer, hockey, and beavers that make us so special but maybe that is more than enough if some combination of those three things make a people set up universal healthcare, be very polite to one another, and wear toques. After a long time in the United States, this book was a sweet little breath of cooling Arctic air and a chance to laugh at and with my homeland. A few mistakes pop up here and there but for such a slight book it provides a number of laughs and that is a good thing, eh.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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What a book.,
By Rod Girard - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: So, You Want to Be Canadian: All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home (Paperback)
I laughed, I cried, I changed my name to Wilfred Laurier.A smart, dazzling corker of a book, and a much needed contribution to 49th parallel solidarity. Savor, in particular, the passages on music and hockey. At times I missed the sober skepticism of Sorensen's earlier writings, but I now know the expectation was misguided. This book is a long awaited gift to Sorensen's fans: best to just be thankful for it. On balance, a winning effort. Maple syrup anyone? |
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