100 Things You Don't Know About Nova Scotia

by Sarah Sawler

The author of 100 Things You Don’t Know About Atlantic Canada for Kids shares 100 intriguing facts about the Bluenoser Province.   Did you know that the Halifax–Dartmouth ferry was once operated by a team of nine horses? Or that Babe Ruth used to visit Yarmouth regularly for hunting and fishing vacations? Enter journalist Sarah your guide to discovering 100 fascinating things you don’t know about Nova Scotia—from robberies and murders to famous landmarks, events, and people.   Inspired by the success of her popular Halifax Magazine column “50 Things You Don’t Know about Halifax,” Sawler has expanded her focus to include interesting anecdotes and facts about the social, political, economic, and cultural history of the entire province. Arranged in chronological order, each “thing” is accompanied by a contextual write-up explaining its historical significance. Includes twenty-five black and white photos.

Genres: Canada, Travel

222 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 30, 2016

Reviews

[Sarah Butland · Rating 5 out of 5]

An ideal addition to any history lesson as this book contained lots of interesting facts about my home province of Nova Scotia. I have to admit, I was never a fan of history as I just couldn't connect to facts and dates, I craved the people more.

Sawler incorporated the people, places and things so smoothly that I was entranced and left wanting to do my own research on some of the one hundred topics. Facts about all points of the province written in a way that catches the readers attention.

This book is sure to include some things you didn't know and aspects of the province everyone you know will find interesting. Which is your favourite?

Thanks for reading,

Sarah Butland

[Samantha Gunning]

I won this book via Goodreads First Reads Giveaway. I received a paperback copy.

[Eliz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I came across this book in a little Wolfville bookshop. Fun reading and perfect keepsake of our quick NS getaway.

[Marisa Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book is for history and trivia buffs and those that want to learn more about Canada.

A collection of anecdotes of people, events and landmarks of Nova Scotia. I found it very interesting.

[Digitally Lit · Rating 4 out of 5]

Zaid's review:

I have read many fact books in the past but this is the only one I have read about Nova Scotia. For me it was like reading those other books except I know the place it’s talking about and have been there before. The author did not disappoint with the facts that he chose for the book as they get more and more intriguing as you turn the page.

Every fact has a story behind it, so it gives you a nice idea about the fact. The facts can be random from being about hockey to murder. So whatever fun fact you are looking for, here you can find it.

Before reading this book I didn’t know there could even be a 100 facts about Nova scotia. So if you are looking to visit or live in Nova Scotia, I suggest you give this book a read 4/5 star

[Janet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some facts I knew, some I didn’t. An interesting read and one that made me miss Nova Scotia a lot.

[R.J. Gilmour · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun, thin book that features one or two pages devoted to unique historical and contemporary facts about Nova Scotia. It is an easy read for anyone planning a trip to the east coast.

[Tim Covell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well organized, well written, and well-researched, with a great mix of subjects. An ideal bathroom reader for locals or souvenir for visitors.