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    My Book of Poems: Reflections of a Young Maiden’s Life On Prince Edward Island During World War I I
    My Book of Poems: Reflections of a Young Maiden’s Life On Prince Edward Island During World War I I
    My Book of Poems: Reflections of a Young Maiden’s Life On Prince Edward Island During World War I I
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    My Book of Poems: Reflections of a Young Maiden’s Life On Prince Edward Island During World War I I

    By Jennie E. Smith, Robin Nowell Hartery, Editor and Victoria West, PEI

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    In the poetic style of Lucy Maud Montgomery (Anne of Green Gables), PEI-born Jennie Smith’s verse expresses her heartfelt reflections on God and family, the wonders of nature, and the sacrifices of the RCAF during WWII.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLulu Publishing Services
    Release dateOct 30, 2014
    ISBN9781483419640
    My Book of Poems: Reflections of a Young Maiden’s Life On Prince Edward Island During World War I I

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