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A Short Bio of Michael Ondaatje
The "Short Bio" series is designed to provide an introduction to some of Canada's best-known and respected writers. We begin with a look at Michael Ondaatje.
canadian literature • michael ondaatje • english patient

An Interview with Linda Spalding, Part Two
Part two of an interview with writer and editor Linda Spalding, editor of the literary journal Brick and the partner of Michael Ondaatje, about her 1998 book The Follow.
linda spalding • michael ondaatje • birute galdikas • orangutan

Anil's Ghost - Michael Ondaatje
A review of Michael Ondaatje's Anil's Ghost, his first novel since The English Patient.
michael ondaatje • anils ghost • english patient • sri lanka

Literature at War
What relevance does Canadian Literature have to the current uncertainty in the world that surrounds us?
canadian literature • michael ondaatje • english patient • mordecai richler • a m klein

Memories of Studying Canadian Lit
Like many students in Canada, Canadian Literature was a part of my formal education. Here are some memories.
canadian literature • leonard cohen • margaret atwood • michael ondaatje • beautiful losers

Nice Day For Murder
Poet Kimmy Beach creates the world of a fan obsessed with actor James Cagney.
canadian literature • kimmy beach • james cagney • poetry • michael ondaatje

Review: Michael Ondaatje's Divisadero
The latest novel from the acclaimed author of The English Patient and Anil's Ghost is a multilalyered, emotional journey through the lives of three interwoven characters.
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The Giller Prize
An overview of the finalists for the 2000 Giller Prize, the most prestigious award in Canada for fiction.
canadian literature • giller prize • michael ondaatje • margaret atwood • jane urquhart

What is Canadian Literature?
A lively discussion-starter that approaches the different perceptions of what Canadian Literature is.
canadian literature • carol shields • margaret atwood • michael ondaatje • mordecai richler

A Chat With Dennis Lee
Dennis Lee is one of Canada's best-loved children's authors. Who doesn't know Alligator Pie? He has a new book out, a story-poem called The Cat and the Wizard, and I had the privilege to speak with him.
canadian literature • dennis lee • alligator pie • cat and the wizard • michael ondaatje

Canadian Authors
For no perticular reason at all, here are some Authors that are Canadian.
canada • authors • gabrielle roy • robertson davies • anne hebert

Canadian Classics
A look at some of the novels which have built the foundation of Canadian Literature.
canadian literature • novels • leonard cohen • margaret atwood • anne of green gables

21st Century Canadian Fiction Authors
A look at the stories and the successes that made Canadian authors Douglas Coupland, Michael Ondaatje and Margaret Atwood household literary figures.
21st century canadian writers • canadian authors • canadian fiction writers • famous canadian authors • famous canadian novels

Influential Canadian Fiction Authors
A look at the stories and the successes that made Canadian authors Douglas Coupland, Michael Ondaatje and Margaret Atwood household literary figures.
21st century canadian writers • canadian authors • canadian fiction writers • famous canadian authors • famous canadian novels

Ratcliffe on Ondaatje
In a1993 article, Greg Ratcliffe examines the subjectivity of history and narrative in Michael Ondaatje's 1982 memoir Running in the Family.
ondaatje • ratcliffe • running in the family • subjectivity of history • archives

Three of the Best in Canadian Literature
A look at the stories and the successes that made Canadian authors Douglas Coupland, Michael Ondaatje and Margaret Atwood household literary figures.
21st century canadian writers • canadian authors • canadian fiction writers • famous canadian authors • famous canadian novels

Re-Visiting The English Patient
The great Canadian novel The English Patient has much to say about these sad days.
the english patient • canadian novel • michael ondaatje • anthony minghella • north africa

You Could Be A Canadian
An homage to Jeff Foxworthy, with an eye to Canadian culture. Sometimes we have to leave home in order to be able to appreciate what we have.
jeff foxworthy • canada • canadian • driving • celine dion

New Hollywood Vs. Old Hollywood
Classical Hollywood films, which relied on strong acting and narrative skills, made room for features centered on spectacular visual effects and bold editorial techniques
new hollywood vs. old hollywood • movie magic • classical hollywood • classical hollywood films • narrative skills

Canada's Glittering Giller
The short list for the Giller Prize has been announced and the rumour mill has started churning. Half of the short list are first-time novelists. Why did Alice Munro withdraw her collection of short stories when the bulk of the competitors are literary lightweights?

Canadian Content-The 2002 Man Booker Prize
The Canadian content this year amounts to a whopping 20 pct; four books out of a long list of twenty. But Canada is up against an impressive stable of writers; In the words of the Iron Chef, "who will take the prize, whose cuisine will reign supreme?"

The World of Canadian Publishers
Canada has a diverse number of publishers, from major publishing houses to small academic presses. Here is a short survey of some of Canada's best-known, and soon to be best known, publishers.
canadian literature • publishers • random house • mclelland and stewart • university of alberta press

Five Big National Prizes for Writing in Canada
Writing can be a lonely challenge. However, annual awards that offer enticing prizes can help the writer to raise their profile, promote their book and maintain hope.
literary awards canada • prizes for writing • poetry prizes • canadian literary competitions • the cbc

George Joyce and Ted Follows
George Joyce has waited 15 years to direct A.R. Gurney's Love Letters. Joyce has worked in theatre for 40 years acting, directing and producing over 80 productions.
george joyce • ted follows • a.r. gurney • louise reynolds • gordon pinsent

Important Tools of Setting in a Novel
Time, place and circumstance form a critical mass that creates the particular setting best suited to a story. Use metaphor to create memorable settings.
creating memorable settings • setting in novels • setting as metaphor • setting and character • using circumstance to create effective setting

Oscar Winning Movies from the Late 1990s
Although not all the Oscar winners from the later 1990s were as good as those from the first half of the decade, most were entertaining and are worth at least one viewing
oscar winning movies 1990s • academy award winners • oscar winners • best picture winners • best picture 1995

Today's Canadian Literature Leaders
These three Canadian authors have soared to the top of the charts with their best selling books and helped put Canada on the literary map.
bestselling canadian books • bestselling canadian writers • chart toppers in canada novels • bestselling books • joseph boyden

Profiles of Some Famous Canadians
Canada is often equated with winters and ice hockey. However, this vast country has been the point of origin for well known athletes, doctors and inventors.
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Wild Child - Paola Bilbrough (an interview)
Australian/New Zealand poet, Paola Bilbrough, discusses her work and life with Billy Marshall Stoneking.
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