Many thanks to Marg Hunter for letting many Home Children researchers know of the availability of this book. Yes, to many of us it would appear sad -- but imagine the joy if the name of a child just happens to be YOUR grandparent??? I have become very interested in Home and Barnardo Children. Another good site is <http://ingeneas.com> I also have other contacts. Muriel M. Davidson <davidson3542@home.com> Canadian Census Committee ====================================== Hunter wrote: > Is listed at Global Genealogy: > http://globalgenealogy.com/books/238005.htm > <snip> > THE LITTLE IMMIGRANTS > Kenneth Bagnell. > CAT #238005 .................$5.95 Canadian Dollars > > Between 1870 and the Depression, more than 80,000 > impoverished children from the British Isles journeyed to Canada. > Known as the "home children" they were sent overseas by well-meaning > philanthropists to solve the farm labor shortage. Here is a heart rending > story of youngsters to many of whom a new life in Canada meant only > hardship and abuse. 270 pgs/index & bibliography/paperback > <end> > > I can personally vouch for Global Genealogy.... excellent service... great > price... I'm not affiliated with them in any way.... just a satisfied customer. > > Marg Hunter > >