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It’s always great to see more Vancouver history books, especially entertaining ones. Even with this subject material, however, Canadian writers seem to pride themselves to paint a PG-13 picture. I hope to see this trend die-out, and for millennial and zoomer writers to add more passion. Another Aaron Chapman classic. You can’t get too mad at the guy for painting the tensions between the Filippones and the cops as a friendly rivalry. After all, he’s the only guy doing this kind of work about the city.

An incredible piece of writing that not only grasps the historical significance of Toussaint L'Ouverture, but the real material structure that led to the Haitian revolution. Written in the mid-'30s, too, which really puts the revolution in the context of the World Wars.

A thorough and readable account of the ongoing genocide in Palestine.

An earnest examination of Coates’ self, history, and previous writing, all while traveling through Senegal, North Carolina, and Palestine. Moving and thought-provoking to be sure.

Solid story about a character we know falls from grace. Sets up a trilogy with further implications, so doesn’t give a satisfying end, if that’s what you’re in to.

A great leftist look at the current state of health in Canada. Focusing on all the social and policy aspects that affect our health to a greater degree than individual action does. Includes some calls to action which aren’t as radical as I hoped, but whatareyagonnado?!