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Ten Million Books: An Introduction to Farley Mowat

Farley Mowat has sold more books than any other Canadian writer – 10 million copies in 22 languages in 50 countries. In this short film, Mowat recalls some of his experiences that have found their way into his work.
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Farley Mowat has sold more books than any other Canadian writer – 10 million copies in 22 languages in 50 countries. In this short film, Mowat recalls some of his experiences that have found their way into his work.

Literature and Language - Canada Literature and Language All subjects
Arts Fascinating People All channels
  • director
    Andy Thomson
  • producer
    Andy Thomson
  • executive producer
    Robert Verrall

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Ages 13 to 18
Study Guide
Guide 1
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English Language Arts - CanLit Geography - Territory: Regional History - Canada 1946-1991 Indigenous Studies - Identity/Society

This film could be used as an introduction to Mowat before reading one of his books. Write a profile/biography of Mowat that adds information about him published after this documentary was released. Identify the major themes in Mowat’s work. Contrast Mowat’s depiction of Indigenous communities with that of an Indigenous writer’s work. How does Farley Mowat’s life experience (e.g., World War II) influence his writing?

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