Fraser winston c (14 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book represents the fulfilment of a request made by my dad's first cousin, Charlie Fraser, in May 1973, when, at the age of 92, he gave me a somewhat weathered brown envelope stuffed with documents to be used in writing his official biography 'later.' It is unclear what he meant by 'later,' but now, after more than 40 years, his request is finally being honoured.Had he been born a few generations later, Charlie might have become another Steve Jobs (co-founder of Apple Computer) or Usain Bolt (world champion sprinter). Born in 1881 in the small town of Cookshire in Quebec's Eastern Townships, Charles Clark Fraser was a man who was, in many respects, miles ahead of his time. In spite of significant disabilities, this remarkable man's long life was punctuated by many unique accomplishments in a wide variety of fields. Rarely has a single individual practiced so many vocations over a lifetime. To borrow a line from the 18th century nursery rhyme 'Rub-a-dub-dub,' he was neither 'a butcher, a baker nor candlestick maker,' but he was almost everything else. Charlie was a gold prospector, an inventor, a woodsman, an athlete, a mathematician, a chemist, a fox rancher, a numismatist, a philatelist, a photographer, a museum curator, an astronomer, an animal trainer, a dentist, a philanthropist and a jack of all trades. Although a lifelong bachelor, he was, strangely enough, very much a family man.While known to most people simply as 'Charlie,' he used different monikers when referring to himself. In correspondence and legal documents he signed his name as 'C.C. Fraser.' In less formal notes he used only his initials, 'CCF.' Very often his signature was accompanied by the word 'OHIXIHO' as though it was his address or even a part of his name. The real meaning of OHIXIHO is left for the reader to discover.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is a book of memories of a unique place and two very special people.Ken and Susie Fraser were a couple from very humble beginnings whose extraordinary lives touched many. Under the roof of their home in Cookshire, Quebec, Canada, known as Dew Drop Inn, together and individually they plied a wide variety of occupations, trades and activities.They were innkeepers, storekeepers and restaurateurs. On top of that, Ken was simultaneously sign painter, taxi driver and gas station operator. He also was a serious railroad buff, a baseball fanatic and a great storyteller. Susie was a hairdresser, gardener and needle crafter extraordinaire. She also sang in the Church choir and participated in Women's Guild activities.After hours they found the time to socialize with family, friends and strangers alike. They were never too busy to lend a generous hand to someone in need. This is their story as recounted by some of us whose lives were enriched by having known them. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book tells the unlikely story of a shy farm boy who hated school but ended up working more than 25 years for one of the world's most successful companies of the 20th century. It is a candid collection of recollections, more than 25 years later, of what life was like working in the world's premier THINK tank. It highlights both the deep demands and the rich rewards of working at IBM, a company whose main motto was 'THINK.'.…

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorA computer consultant by profession, Winston Fraser is a widely published photographer and writer whose credits include National Geographic. A book of his photographs, Historic Sites of Canada, was published several ye.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book chronicles the fascinating lives and careers of a much loved and highly respected Cookshire (Quebec) couple who passed away 50 years ago. Descendants of English and Scottish emigrants who were pioneers in the white settlement of Compton County, John French and Dorothy MacLeod are remembered for their love of family, their contributions to the community and their generosity to all. Although they were childless, their love extended to their large family and to their more than a dozen godchildren, of whom I was one.A computer consultant by profession, Winston Fraser is a widely published photographer and writer. A book of hisphotographs, Historic Sites of Canada, was published by Bramley Books and distributed by Coles bookstores. He wasthe major supplier of photographs for National Geographic's Canada Travel Guide. Most recently, he has self-publishedCookshire's Pine Hill Farm, Indelible Big Blue Memories, Endangered Species of Country Life, OHIXIHO, Dew DropInn, 'scapes to behold and Coronaquake Chronicle: how COVID-19 changed everything. He also edited Maggie'sMemories, his late wife's childhood recollections. Winston lives in Saint-Lazare, Quebec.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorrnrnA graduate of Bishop s University, a computer consultant by profession and a lifelong member of the Anglican Church, Winston Fraser is a widely published photographer and writer whose photo credits include National Geograp.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | This is the story of a farm like no other. Officially designated as "Range 8 parts of Lots 9 and 10" of Eaton Township, Cookshire's Pine Hill Farm is unique in so many ways: its geographic features, the great variety of crops grown, the Noah's ark collection of animals raised, and the unusual woodpecker-like shape of the property.It is also the story of the five generations of the Bailey-Fraser family, who farmed this land over a period that spanned four centuries. During that time, they have tilled the fields, pampered the animals and toiled night and day to eke out a hard but honourable living on this land. The scope of the book is not limited to the history of my own ancestors, but rather it includes the important history of the First Nations peoples who preceded them on the land I call home.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this richly illustrated compendium, Winston Fraser and a dozen guest contributors showcase more than 50 of Canada's 50,000+ islands. In this collection, every region of the country - from coast to coast to coast - is represented. The variety of styles used in the photo-essays makes this a most enjoyable read.…