The war in Afghanistan has brought to international attention the price paid by Canadian soldiers in the cause of peace. Canada’s Wars presents a balanced account of Canada’s military history in a way that respects the courage, sense of duty, and selflessness that Canadians have displayed over the past 120-plus years without glorifying war as a solution to the world’s problems.

From the Nile Expedition of 1884 to the major contribution made in two world wars, and the significant part played in peace-keeping operations, this is a comprehensive but accessible account of Canadian military operations on land, on sea, and in the air for young readers and their families.

BARBARA HEHNER is an award-winning children’s author. Her more that twenty books have been recognized with a variety of awards, including the Information Book Award of the Children’s Literature Roundtables of Canada. In the United States, she has been a finalist for the National Jewish Book awards, Children’s Book category, and written two “Notable Books” named by the National Council of Social Studies.