Newfoundland: Journey Into a Lost Nation

Name: Newfoundland: Journey Into a Lost Nation
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Book Synopsis: Greg Locke had been away from Newfoundland for years, working as a photojournalist in Canada, the United States, and in many of the world’s most troubled regions, when he decided to go home – and stay. The photographs in Newfoundland were taken over a period of more than a decade. They chronicle the passage of Canada’s easternmost province from a time when cod were still plentiful and the fishery shaped the lives of most of the island’s inhabitants, to the present, when a vibrant economy, propelled by oil and mineral development, is recasting the island’s identity in a new mould.

What Locke’s photographs reveal is at once forward-looking and nostalgic, beautiful and harsh. Above all, his Newfoundland is populated by survivors: a people who are resourceful, funny, resilient, and strong.

Poet and novelist Michael Crummey draws upon deep-seated memories of his own and of his father’s experience to evoke passing traditions and a disappearing way of life. But, just as Locke’s photographs reveal the emergence of a new, more urban and cosmopolitan Newfoundland, so does Crummey’s writing emphasize the continuing sense of belonging and the determination to persevere that are characteristic of his compatriots. He writes admiringly of a “culture deep enough to accommodate a world of influences without surrendering what makes it unmistakably of this place. Something alive and leaning towards the future.” This book embodies both a vision and a voice of rare power.

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Join Greg Locke on an incredible journey into the heart of a lost nation with his captivating book, Newfoundland: Journey Into a Lost Nation. Filled with stunning photographs that chronicle the transformation of Canada's easternmost province, this book captures the essence of a land where tradition meets progress.

Locke's photographs take you on a visual odyssey through the changing landscape of Newfoundland. From the days when cod were plentiful and the fishery shaped the lives of its people, to the present, where a booming economy driven by oil and mineral development is reshaping the island's identity.

What sets Locke's work apart is his ability to capture both the beauty and the harshness of Newfoundland. His images reveal a resilient and strong population, brimming with resourcefulness and a sense of humor. These are the survivors, the backbone of a culture deeply rooted in the past but leaning towards a vibrant future.

Renowned poet and novelist, Michael Crummey masterfully complements Locke's stunning visuals with his evocative writing. Drawing upon his own memories and experiences, Crummey paints a vivid picture of passing traditions and a disappearing way of life. Yet amidst the changes, he emphasizes the enduring spirit of belonging and determination that define Newfoundlanders.

Newfoundland: Journey Into a Lost Nation is more than just a collection of photographs and words - it's a powerful vision, a celebration of a unique culture, and an ode to the indomitable human spirit. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a remarkable exploration of one of Canada's most captivating regions.

Get your copy of Newfoundland: Journey Into a Lost Nation today and discover the rich stories that lie within the pages of this extraordinary book.

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