Best Canadian Short Stories Author:John Stevens The stories vary in theme and style from the traditional to the highly imaginative. They explore the struggles of newcomers to adapt to the rigours of Canadian life, the problems and joys of family life and, that most fascinating and complex subject of all, the relationships between men and women. At a time when it is fashionable to question w... more »hether such a thing as a Canadian identity exists at all, this collection contains ample evidence of our own varied style and unique experience. It is an essential book, important for anyone with any claim to an interest in and knowledge of our literature.« less