But I think that people and the media take it far too seriously as a ersatz replacement for the discussion of religion and history.

I think of it as Harry Potter for adults. A quick, entertaining, read, but not worthy of the serious discussion or thought it generates.

Every Canadian should read this book. It’s a heartbreaking look at the life of one of our national heroes. Coupland does an excellent job of tying together memorabilia, the story of Terry Fox’s life and death and the story of his impact on the entire nation.