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Jesseau A Tale of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Newfoundlander A new book from DRC Publishing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/626c77c310769d7069e21910/0ead728d-47ef-4159-9d74-b920b998c11a/macaskillstorm.jpeg Home - Read an Excerpt Read part of a chapter that includes one of the most harrowing events of Wilfred Osmond's's life at sea. And discover his unique spirit, through the personable, candid style typical of a chat between neighbours and friends. Jerome Jesseau captures and shares a unique perspective of a self-deprecating, fiercely independent Newfoundlander, living and thriving through the century that changed everything for Newfoundland. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/626c77c310769d7069e21910/e143f16c-0d7c-47b8-83cf-33617b503560/DH%2C+EO%2CRO.jpg Home - About Wilfred Osmond There are hundreds of biographies written about generals, kings and prime ministers. But who writes the stories of the “common man”? 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