Local author Dennis Rizzo tells the fascinating and diverse history of Orillia; Ontario. First populated by the Huron; Iroquois and Chippewa Nations; Orillia is now a well-loved; year-round recreation destination. Its history is deeply tied to its water. Situated in the narrows where Lake Simcoe flows into Lake Couchiching; Orillia was a gathering place for centuries before Europeans used it to bring furs to market. Sir John Simcoe; first governor of Upper Canada; fostered permanent settlement of the area. A gateway to the Muskoka region; it has been home to lumber; manufacturing; and artistic endeavours. Today; summer cottagers and winter athletes alike enjoy the Sunshine City and its more than twenty annual festivals. Local author Dennis Rizzo tells the fascinating and diverse history of Orillia; Ontario.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Book of hopeBy MeIt was good to read a book about people making a real difference for the people of the favelas. Much luck to AfroReggae.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. AfroReggae - The nucleus of changeBy R. RodriguezThe importance of the arts could not be better advocated than this compelling story woven with the bitter reality that exists in the poor neighborhoods of Rio de Janeiro. The reader is given a clear background of the conditions; both current and the necessary historical context; to explain how the gripping sounds of AfroReggae is succeeding in reaching across ethnic; racial; and class barriers in Brazil. This promising success story is an interesting book for music enthusiasts; visitors of this area of Brazil; non-profit organizations; and those believing in the power of the arts; particularly music; to enable positive change in communities whether affluent or poor. One improvement to suggest is a glossary of terms be added to the back of the book to help those that take a more leisurely time in their reading. All terms needing explanation are given clearly at the bottom of each page; but this can be cumbersome to look for if coming back to the book after several days.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent readBy jmkI read Neates "Where Youre At..." a few years ago; and thought it was great. As a music lover and working professional in the music industry I found it to be an informative read with insight into pop culture around the world; and of course Hip Hop. I came across this book while browsing the Kindle store and knew I wouldnt be disappointed with it; having read Neates work before. Just like "Where Youre At" Neate provides the reader with enough information and history to stay relevant and interested. There was a lot of new information to me; but I never felt like I was reading a high school history book. I found this a great educational and eye opening read. If youre a fan of his work; Im sure youll enjoy this also. Or for anyone interested in culture and ethnic studies give this a shot.
