The North Bay Narrative

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Summary: A Great Book !
Review: As far back as I can remember, I wanted to go fly fishing on the La Poile with Dad. He made me wait until I was "old enough" at age 13 before I could go. Finally, after so many stories and pictures that I had grown up with, I witnessed first-hand what all the fuss was really about. Only those who have been can truly understand the stunning beauty of Newfoundland, the serenity of the La Poile River, and the kindness of the locals.

Here I am, 10 years later, and I leave for La Poile and North Bay in 2 days for a week of fishing with my dad. I am re-reading this wonderful book in preperation for my trip, and realize how lucky I am to have such an in-depth look at the history of a place that I love so much. It truly is a page turner to the end, and it is very apparent how much research and attention to detail went into it's pages.

I was only 2 years old when my grandfather, Duncan, passed away but I can imagine that he would have recommended this book to everyone close to him.

- Luke Smith


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Summary: Life was so difficult a 100 years ago in Newfoundland.
Review: I picked up this book not knowing anything about Newfoundland, or the life people led a hundred years ago especially ship builders. I found myself unable to put it down as I read how they endured the hardships, raised families and nothing seemed to stop them. It inspired me to realize that we came from such strength and how the human spirit carries us through life. We may have it easy by comparison but this book amazed me and reminded me that we also have that potential within us too. At least I'd like to think so. It is inspirational and educational.

Rating:
Summary: Life was so difficult a 100 years ago in Newfoundland.
Review: I picked up this book not knowing anything about Newfoundland, or the life people led a hundred years ago especially ship builders. I found myself unable to put it down as I read how they endured the hardships, raised families and nothing seemed to stop them. It inspired me to realize that we came from such strength and how the human spirit carries us through life. We may have it easy by comparison but this book amazed me and reminded me that we also have that potential within us too. At least I'd like to think so. It is inspirational and educational.