The Stone Carvers (McClleland & Stewart, 2001) by Jane Urquhart
The Stone Carvers is one of the older books on the Top 40 list, but that doesn't mean its appeal has faded at all with time. Cynthia Gordon sings the praises of this epic story of love and war and the redemptive power of art, which is set in the early 20th century and ranges from southern Ontario to Europe after the First World War.
"This is a beautiful novel that brings the Battle of Vimy Ridge (and its importance to the Canadian identity) to life. I read it close to 10 years ago and it has stayed with me. It is timeless and a novel all Canadians should read."
Accolades: The Stone Carvers scored three big hits in 2001, being named to the shortlist of the Governor General's Award and the Scotiabank Giller Prize, and making the long list of the Man Booker Prize.
I enjoyed this book. It took awhile to read but not because it was long or boring, just busy in the summer!
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