The masterpieces of Canadian literature are part of a rich mosaic that crosses genres, borders and eras. Together, these authors and many others have forged a unique and unrivalled literary identity.

This focus brings Yiddish to the fore, in essays focusing on the history of Canadian Yiddish literature, and the relevance of the language for contemporary Canadian Chasidic communities. However, ...

Canadian short-story writer Alice Munro has been awarded the Nobel Prize in literature. Ms. Munro is only the thirteenth woman to win the prize since its inception in 1901.