DBS Heritage Consulting & Communications
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DBS Heritage Consulting & Communications "Your History is our Business"
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Simcoe County Book of Days $12.95 plus $3.00 s&h
DBS Heritage Consulting & Communications of Barrie is pleased to announce the publication of Simcoe County Book of Days, Volume One: Beginnings to 1919. Compiled and edited by B.E.S. Rudachyk, the fully indexed Simcoe County Book of Days puts over 1,500 entries arranged in a day-by-day format and 3,400 references at the reader's fingertips. Looking for what happened in Simcoe County history on your birthday or that of a friend? Simcoe County Book of Days makes it a breeze. Dr. Rudachyk sees the book as an invitation to open the door to the fascinating history of Simcoe County. "There's so much to the history of Simcoe County -- the problem has been one of access," says Rudachyk, who holds a Ph.D. in Canadian history. "In many ways this book was born out of my frustration with the lack of a place to look when I needed a quick reference or a starting point for my own research." Rudachyk is quick to point out that Simcoe County Book of Days is by no means definitive. "The book was designed to be wide-ranging, informative, and fun. I hope that it will appeal to a wide audience." Its pages contain references on not only the "movers and shakers" but also Simcoe County's "bone and sinew." There is also a good portion of just plain whimsy and fun. The book makes an ideal gift. While he has made every effort to be accurate and representative, Rudachyk knows that errors are bound to find their way into Simcoe County Book of Days: "The book includes a page requesting that readers contact me with corrections and suggestions. The more we talk history among ourselves, the better is the writing of that history. History writing only improves with interest and dialogue." Foreword by Su Murdoch Historical ConsultantSimcoe County Book of Days is a welcome addition to my library Dr.Rudachyk has made a careful selection of key dates, events, and personalities that chronicle the history and development of Simcoe County to 1919. He also inserted enough provincial and world references to remind us that life even in Simcoe County is influenced by global events. Whether it is the 1811 government order to survey the Penetanguishene Road, an August 2, 1916, Barrie performance of the Coop and Lent circus, or another detail that strikes your interest, this calendar of dates is fascinating to read. For residents, local historians, and students with a casual or a professional interest in the highlights of Simcoe County's past, the Book of Days is a useful reference tool. It is well worth a place in your library. Preface by the AuthorWhen I first started reading the broad and fascinating history of Simcoe County, I was frustrated by the lack of a place to go when I needed a quick reference or a starting point for my research. Simcoe County and its communities are well-served by a number of local histories. However, many of these are now out of print, are not widely available, or are not adequately indexed. Simcoe County Book of Days draws heavily on those who have gone before. Without the interest and passion of so many authors, this book could not have been compiled. Sample Index157th Battalion 16 May, 6 Jun, 4 Oct, 9 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct,
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