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"James Douglas" tells the story of the son of a Scottish plantation owner and a mixed-race woman who would become governor of the Colonies of Vancouver Island and British Columbia. Before Vancouver existed as we know it today, Douglas's vision and drive laid the foundation for Canada's westernmost province.
About the author
Julie H. Ferguson is the author of
Sing a New Song: Portraits of Canada's Crusading Bishops(2006),
Through a Canadian Periscope: The Story of the Canadian Submarine Service (1995), and eleven other books, including five for writers and teacher.
Not only is Julie a successful author, sh eis also an accomplished speaker and trainer. Since 1997, many of western Canada's school districts have invited her back time and again to present at their professional development events to to lead lively writing workshops fo rtheir gifted, regular, and special education students. Julie delights in inspiring participants in boys-only English classes and aboriginal students to improve their writing. Currently, she lives in Port Moody, British Columbia, near Vancouver. Visit her at www.beaconlit.com.
Summary
James Douglas tells the story of the son of a Scottish plantation owner and a mixed-race woman who would become governor of the Colonies of Vancouver Island and British Columbia. Before Vancouver existed as we know it today, Douglass vision and drive laid the foundation for Canadas westernmost province.
