Lot #2165: Toronto & Canadian History Book Lot – A History of Scarborough, More Than an Island (Toronto Island), Muskoka by de Visser & Ross, CN Tower Souvenir B

A great collection of Toronto and Canadian history and photography books from the same estate as the vintage radio collection featured in this auction, perfect for local history buffs and cottage-country fans. The highlights include “A History of Scarborough,” a classic look at the area’s early settlement, illustrated with period engravings and documents. “More Than an Island: A History of the Toronto Island” by Sally Gibson is a beautifully illustrated hardcover, with praise on the jacket from Jane Jacobs and Hugh MacLennan. “Muskoka” by photographer John de Visser and writer Judy Ross (Boston Mills Press) is a stunning hardcover tour of Ontario’s cottage country, with its boathouses, lakes and classic wooden boats. Rounding out the lot is a vintage CN Tower souvenir book in its distinctive tall format, with a fold-out comparison of “The World’s Tallest Structures.” You’ll also get “Canada: The Growth of a Great Nation” (Auge International special edition) and “Canada: Our Country” from Laubach Literacy of Canada, with all the provincial and territorial flags on the back cover. It’s a wonderful lot for a cottage bookshelf, a Toronto history library, or a gift for anyone who loves Ontario. Be sure to check out our other estate items listed in this auction! Lot includes: A History of Scarborough (softcover) More Than an Island: A History of the Toronto Island – Sally Gibson (hardcover with dust jacket) Muskoka – John de Visser and Judy Ross, Boston Mills Press (hardcover with dust jacket) CN Tower souvenir book with fold-out “World’s Tallest Structures” Canada: The Growth of a Great Nation – Auge International, Special Edition: Canada Canada: Our Country – Laubach Literacy of Canada Condition: Good used condition. “A History of Scarborough” Pickup category timeslot {A}