Whylah Falls Canadian Literature Sarah Ellis’s beautifully written portrait

Sarah Ellis’s beautifully written portrait of Glenn Gould is complemented by Nancy Vo’s gorgeous illustrations

prepared to be surprised by this one

It is determined in its will toward self-determination and resolute in its desire to assume control for the creation of knowledge about itself and its people

and unflagging narrative brio in a manner reminiscent of John Irving and Charles Dickens

Whylah Falls Canadian Literature Sarah Ellis’s beautifully written portraitWhylah Falls is a mythic community in the heart of Black Nova Scotia, populated with larger than life characters: lovers, murderers and muses. George Elliott Clarkes sensuous narrative sings with the rhythm of blues and gospel, spinning a complex, absorbing tale of unrequited love, earthy wisdom, devouring corruption and racial injustice. This is a rare and beautiful collection of poetry, as much in demand twenty years after its publication as it was