Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story by Bretton Loney
Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story by Bretton Loney
Thanks to the author, Bretton Loney, I am giving away one print copy of Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story by Bretton Loney.
Description of Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story by Bretton Loney
Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story is a compelling account of how Canada’s shameful treatment of Japanese-Canadians during World War II impacted one man: the rebellious Dr. Harry Nikaido. Turning his back on material things, Doc practised medicine in small-town Alberta, living a bohemian lifestyle and charging no more for his services than what he absolutely needed to survive.
He paid little or no income tax over his 24-year career to get back at the Canadian Government, whom he never forgave for the forcible resettlement of his family and 22,000 other Japanese-Canadians from British Columbia during World War II. This unique man found a welcoming community and extended family in Bow Island, Alberta after Canada had turned its back on him and branded him an enemy.
Decades may have passed since his death, but for the residents of Bow Island and surrounding area his unique personality, generosity, and dedication will never be forgotten.
About Bretton Loney
Born and raised in Bow Island, Alberta, Bretton Loney is an award-winning former journalist, columnist, and editor at both The Daily News and The Chronicle Herald in Halifax, as well as The Telegram in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.
A communications director with the Government of Nova Scotia, Loney is an avid reader and lover of history, as well as a published fiction writer, with stories appearing in a number of Canadian literary magazines and short-story anthologies. He lives in Halifax, NS with his wife, Karen Shewbridge.
Giveaway of Rebel With A Cause: The Doc Nikaido Story by Bretton Loney
This giveaway is open to Canada and the U.S. and ends on December 2, 2016 midnight pacific time. Entries are accepted via Rafflecopter only.
Thanks for this fascinating and captivating story which interests me greatly. The doc was admirable and strong.
This sounds like a great read and very close to some of the places I’ve lived as well. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
I knew about the US history of mistreating its Japanese residents during WWII but I was not aware that Canada did as well. I’m interested in reading more about this intriguing man. Love that the author is from the island where he did his good work.
Not just the Japanese. A friend’s father belonged to an Italian fascist club and he was interred too.