W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
William Douw Lighthall, often referred to as W. D. Lighthall, was a Canadian lawyer, historian, novelist, poet and philosopher.
The Manor House of Lacolle A description and historical sketch of the Manoir of the Seigniory of de Beaujeu of Lacolle
Discover a family's secrets and political drama spun through the halls of an ancient estate, where echoes of war and legacies intertwine.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
Thoughts, Moods and Ideals: Crimes of Leisure
Step back in time to an era where verses unveil passionate longings, a nation's ambition, and the very essence of human existence through profound poetry.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette
A young man from a fur-trading family journeys to France before the Revolution, where love, identity, and the rigid rules of society collide.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
The Young Seigneur Or, Nation-Making
Amidst the blending cultures of a freshly united Canada, a young leader grapples with loyalty, heritage, and the challenging call of a nation in progress.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
An Account of the Battle of Chateauguay Being a Lecture Delivered at Ormstown, March 8th, 1889
Against all odds, local heroes defend their homeland from invasion using cunning strategy and unwavering courage.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
Hochelagans and Mohawks: A Link in Iroquois History
Uncover the epic story of a lost people, their battles, and their surprising connection to the rise of a powerful nation.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall
A New Hochelagan Burying-ground Discovered at Westmount on the Western Spur of Mount Royal, Montreal, July-September, 1898
Skeletons and strange beads reveal the secrets of a forgotten people buried long ago beneath a bustling city.
By W. D. (William Douw) Lighthall