Canada Knits: Crafting and Comfort in a Northern Land by Shirley A. Scott

In Canada Knits, Shirley Scott, a self-described "fifth generation Canadian born into a family of knitters," explores the history of Canadian knitting through diaries, memoirs, anecdotes and oral histories. She uncovers instances of famous Canadians who were knitters, from Arctic explorers and labor leaders to hockey players, missionaries and perhaps even a Father of Confederation. Queen Elizabeth II wore baby clothes made by Canadian knitters and each of her children has worn Canadian-knit sweaters. Like knitting itself, this book will provide hours of joy and enlightenment. Sure to become a treasured artifact for both knitters and lovers of Canadian folklore.