Writing

The Alcuin Society is a voluntary association of people who care about the past, present and future of fine books. The Society¿s two main goals are to promote a wider appreciation of books and reading and to support excellence in book design and production.
http://www.alcuinsociety.com/index.html

Database of goods and services for sale in major Maritime newspapers before 1900, including: machinery, transport equipment, communications equipment, food, drink, animals, etc.
http://daryl.chin.gc.ca:8000/BASIS/acns/user/www/SF

Radio and television clips examine the life and legacy of Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, and the international popularity of her books.
http://archives.cbc.ca/IDD-1-68-1630/arts_entertainment/lucy...

Canadian ABC books from 1859 to present presented under 6 themes. Includes educational resources.
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/abc/

Illustrates the history of Canadian bibliographic practice. Based on a 1997 exhibit at the McLennan-Redpath Library at McGill University.
http://www.library.mcgill.ca/rarebook/BIBCANHO.HTM

Biography of the Canadian Confederation poet and description of archival collection.
http://library.vicu.utoronto.ca/special/F05fonds.htm

Describes a research project that examines the historical context and current state of Canadian children's illustrated books from an interdisciplinary perspective. Includes extensive lists of print, video and internet resources.
http://www.slais.ubc.ca/saltman/ccib/Welcome.html

Biography of the Canadian Confederation poet. Includes selections of his work.
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/canvers/t16-206-e.html

Biography of the Canadian Confederation poet. Includes selections of his work.
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/canvers/t16-205-e.html

Tells the story of private press printing in Canada. Includes information on seven private presses as well as a listing of private presses dating from 1930 to present day.
http://www.collectionscanada.ca/presses/index-e.html