The Oatmeal Ark: Across Canada by water by Rory MacLean

Journey across Canada through generations of family history in The Oatmeal Ark by Rory MacLean, a captivating tale of adventure, loss, and self-discovery.

Following his father's death, Beagan Gillean finds himself on a remote Scottish island with a trunk containing three generations of family memories. Seeking connection with his past, he retraces his great-grandfather's journey from Scotland's Western Isles to Canada, travelling by water rather than land or air.

From the mighty St. Lawrence River to northern forests and the vast Prairies, Gillean follows historic waterways while uncovering the remarkable stories of his ancestors: a minister-mariner, a paddle-wheel publisher, and a boat-building broadcaster.

Blending travel writing, family history, and Canadian heritage, this moving narrative examines how personal experiences reflect a nation's development.

Perfect for readers interested in Canadian history, Scottish immigration, genealogy, and travel adventures, The Oatmeal Ark celebrates family connections, belonging, and the search for home across generations.

Paperback, Very Good. Does have a gift inscription on 2nd inside page.