The Loxleys and the War of 1812 by Alan Grant, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters

176 page, beautifully colored, graphic novel featuring 101 page historically accurate comic strip about a Canadian family caught up in the war. With an accompanying illustrated summary of the war and its implications for Canada and America, written by acclaimed Canadian military historian Mark Zuehlke, including maps and illustrations. The story follows the Loxleys, a Canadian family living in the Niagara peninsula as they're torn apart by the American invasion of Canada in 1812, and the subsequent war that raged across both countries as British troops, Canadian militia, and First Nation warriors sought to thwart the expansionist plans of the American government. The story follows the characters through key historical events as they deal with the realities of war on their doorstep, the personal loss, setbacks and victories tied into the conflict. Winner of two Book Publishers Association of Alberta 2014 Awards: Book of the Year Award - Children and Young Adult Book; Book Design Award - Book Illustration. | The Loxleys and the War of 1812 by Alan Grant, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters