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A review by kelly_e
Extraordinary Canadians by Peter Mansbridge
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
4.5
4.5 stars
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Canada for sending me a physical ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Extraordinary Canadians is a collection of first-person stories about remarkable, everyday Canadians who embody the core values of our nations - kindness, compassion, courage, and freedom - and inspire us to do the same.
As a proud Canadian myself, I immediately knew this would be a book I needed to read. These stories spotlight seventeen remarkable Canadians, each one offering a compelling glimpse into the everyday heroes who have worked to overcome adversity, and break down barriers for themselves and their communities. All of these people truly make Canada a better place. One of my favourite aspects is how the book brings together voices from different walks of life - including advocates, politicians, doctors, veterans, immigrants, business leaders, and more. It manages to capture the diversity and multicultural identity of Canada. It's easy to pick up, and read one story at a time, or simply allow yourself to immerse yourself in the entire book. These stories certainly exemplify the reasons this country is an amazing place to call home.
Extraordinary Canadians is definitely worth your time! It's inspiring, touching, humbling, and educational. It will provide an uplifting experience (which we could all use right about now), and certainly left me with an overwhelming sense of pride in being Canadian. I recommend this to my fellow Canadians, and it would make a fantastic gift this holiday season, one sure to delight.
Favourite Quotes
"Am I used to death? In a way, I am. But I'm always affected by it. Nursing has forced me to recognize mortality. We have a limited amount of time on this earth, but I believe each life is valued and sacred. I don't know much about each person's life before they come into my care, but I am part of their journey, sometimes at the end. I appreciate that that is a privilege.
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Canada for sending me a physical ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Extraordinary Canadians is a collection of first-person stories about remarkable, everyday Canadians who embody the core values of our nations - kindness, compassion, courage, and freedom - and inspire us to do the same.
As a proud Canadian myself, I immediately knew this would be a book I needed to read. These stories spotlight seventeen remarkable Canadians, each one offering a compelling glimpse into the everyday heroes who have worked to overcome adversity, and break down barriers for themselves and their communities. All of these people truly make Canada a better place. One of my favourite aspects is how the book brings together voices from different walks of life - including advocates, politicians, doctors, veterans, immigrants, business leaders, and more. It manages to capture the diversity and multicultural identity of Canada. It's easy to pick up, and read one story at a time, or simply allow yourself to immerse yourself in the entire book. These stories certainly exemplify the reasons this country is an amazing place to call home.
Extraordinary Canadians is definitely worth your time! It's inspiring, touching, humbling, and educational. It will provide an uplifting experience (which we could all use right about now), and certainly left me with an overwhelming sense of pride in being Canadian. I recommend this to my fellow Canadians, and it would make a fantastic gift this holiday season, one sure to delight.
Favourite Quotes
"Am I used to death? In a way, I am. But I'm always affected by it. Nursing has forced me to recognize mortality. We have a limited amount of time on this earth, but I believe each life is valued and sacred. I don't know much about each person's life before they come into my care, but I am part of their journey, sometimes at the end. I appreciate that that is a privilege.