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list price: $24.95
edition:Paperback
category: History
published: Oct 2008
ISBN:9781550174199
publisher: Harbour Publishing Co. Ltd.

Victoria Underfoot

Excavating a City's Secrets

edited by Brenda Clark; Nicole Kilburn & Nick Russell

tagged: post-confederation (1867-), archaeology, folklore & mythology
Description

Dig deep into to the history of some of Victoria's most interesting areas; The Ross Bay Villa, D'Arcy Island, Rodd Hill and the Royal Jubilee Hospital. Archeologists, anthropologists, historians and heritage researchers sift through the soil to unravel the mysteries below our feet, and to explore Victoria's unique cultural landscape. Ancient artifacts, baskets and burial cairns bring to life the rich heritage of First Nations cultures, while everything from badges to bed knobs helps unravel the history of European and Asian immigrants in the Capital Region.

Colourfully illustrated with photographs and historical documents, Victoria Underfoot is an intriguing exploration of BC subterranean searches. The authors' fantastic finds illustrate a history--ancient and recent--that is diverse and deep.

About the Authors
Brenda Clark is best known as the illustrator of the original Franklin the Turtle series written by Paulette Bourgeois. Other popular titles she has illustrated include Sadie and the Snowman, Big Sarah's Little Boots, and the award winning, Little Fingerling. Brenda lives in Port Hope, Ontario.

Nicole Kilburn is an instructor of anthropology at Camosun College. Her research interests include the development of social and economic interactions in prehistoric contexts, with a particular focus on the American Southwest, where she has done extensive fieldwork. Kilburn is interested in public archaeology and making connections between the ancient cultures and their living descendents. Kilburn lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Nick Russell is the winner of numerous heritage awards, and is currently president of the Hallmark Society, speaking for heritage in Victoria's Capital Regional District. His interest in heritage developed with the rescue and restoration of various historic homes throughout the Canadian West. Russell is a former reporter and editor who currently lives in Victoria, British Columbia.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
Age:
15
Grade:
10
Awards
  • Winner, Hallmark Society Heritage Award for Communication
  • Winner, Heritage BC Award of Honour
  • Winner, Monday Magazine "M" Award--Best Non-Fiction Book of 2008

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