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Limited time offer. Terry Boyle unveils the eccentric and bizarre in these mini-histories of Ontarioâs towns and cities: the imposter who ran the Rockwood Asylum in Kingston; Ian Flemingâs inspiration for James Bond; the Prince of Walesâs undignified crossing of Rice Lake; the tragic life of Joseph Brant; the man who advertised his wifeâs death before poisoning her; as well as Ontarioâs first bullfight and the answer to the question, \"Why did so many lumberjacks sport beards?\" The colourful characters, Native legends, and incredible tales that make up our provinceâs fascinating past come alive in Hidden Ontario. From Bancroft, Baldoon, and Brighton to Timmins, Toronto, and Trenton, find out more about the Ontario you thought you knew. |
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