This Is Our Place, This Is Our Home.This Is Our Place, This Is Our Home Joan Edward Breakwater breakwater, offshore structure to protect a harbor from wave energy or deflect currents. When it also serves as a pier, it is called a quay; when covered by a roadway it is called a mole. Books Ltd. 100 Water Street, PO Box 2188, St. John's, NL A1C A1C abbr. airman first class 6E6 1550812107 $29.95 www.breakwaterbooks.com Part memoir memoir History or record composed from personal observation and experience. Closely related to autobiography, a memoir differs chiefly in the degree of emphasis on external events. , part travelogue, This Is Our Place, This Is Our Home is the story of author Joan Edward's experience traveling through and living in Newfoundland Newfoundland, breed of dog Newfoundland, breed of massive, powerful working dog developed in Newfoundland, probably in the 17th cent., and later perfected in England. It stands from 25 to 28 in. (63.5–71. , and perfectly captures the rhythm of daily life along the coast, in harmony with the gifts of the sea. Illustrated with black-and-white sketches, This Is Our Place, This Is Our Home celebrates the simple things in life, and the joy of being connected to land, water, and good neighbors. Expressly dedicated to all Newfoundlanders and Newfoundland itself, This Is Our Place, This Is Our Home uplifts the spirit and reminds the reader the importance of the most basic treasures of living day to day. |
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