Originally published in 1946 by Oxford University Press, this is the fifth of the seven books by renowned Canadian artist Emily Carr (1871-1945) to be published by Douglas & McIntyre in a completely redesigned edition. The text describes Carr's life, from her childhood to her seventies, and focuses on her emergence as a fierce individual and a modern artist. Carr's words are supplemented by an introduction by Canadian art critic Robin Laurence. No subject index. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)