That Wasn't the Plan - by Reg Sherren (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>A fast-paced, behind-the-scenes look at thirty years of Canadian journalism from veteran CBC correspondent Reg Sherren.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Many Canadians will remember Reg Sherren as host of the popular CBC TV program <i>Country Canada</i>, when he crisscrossed the nation sniffing out amazing but little-known stories of life in small towns and rural areas. Others will recall his many years as feature reporter for CBC's flagship news program, <i>The National</i>, collecting stories like that of Montreal inventor Catalin Alexandru Duru magically soaring above the earth on his home-made hoverboard to set a new Guiness World Record. In the course of his eventful career Sherren did everything from guest hosting network radio shows like <i>Cross Country Checkup</i> to reporting from war zones, and his experiences make for a book bristling with memorable characters, unbelievable events and provocative reflection.</p> <p>Breaking news, politics, crime, economics--Sherren covered it all, and always with what Peter Mansbridge called "his unique ability to weave fascinating detail into the fabric of the people and places that make our nation so diverse and so interesting." In this memoir, Sherren shares behind-the-scenes stories of his career in television journalism and the many Canadians he met along the way, from the time he rode on the back of a humpback whale, to chronicling a journey down the world's longest ice road in a solar-powered car.</p> <p>Sherren also provides insight into the changing business of broadcasting, having witnessed up-close how the industry has evolved, and why it is more important now than ever. <i>That Wasn't the Plan</i> will appeal to industry insiders, CBC fans, history buffs and anyone who simply enjoys a good rollicking read.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"The CBC's Reg Sherren is a master storyteller. Few reporters have explored more of this country's nooks and crannies, revealed more of its quirks and character, and pieced together more of its history than Reg." --Jennifer McGuire, Editor in Chief, CBC News</p><p>"There are few people anywhere who rival Reg's storytelling abilities. He's brought millions of viewers to the television screen to watch his unique ability to weave fascinating detail into the fabric of the people and places that make our nation so diverse and so interesting." --Peter Mansbridge, former host, The National</p><p>Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, <i>That Wasn't the Plan: A Memoir</i> is especially and unreservedly recommended for community and college/university library Canadian Biography collections...will have a very special appeal to journalism industry insiders, CBC fans, and Canadian history buffs. --<i>Midwest Book Review</i></p><br>
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