CBC Radio’s Information Morning history columnist Dianne Marshall is well known for the lively and surprising true stories she tells about Nova Scotia’s past. Now the best of them have been gathered together in this enjoyable book. The stories cover 250 years of Nova Scotia history, often featuring people who don’t make it into conventional history books. Dianne Marshall has an eye for character, a firm knowledge of historical context and a focus on what makes a good story. She brings many ordinary Nova Scotians with extraordinary experiences back to life in this readable collection.