Alec Bruce, The Co-operators: The People Behind the Rebirth of a Nova Scotia Movement 1949–2024. Halifax, NS: Pottersfield Press, 2024. 220 pp. ; Paperback: ISBN 9781990770432; 22. 95

Key Points

• The book examines the cultural impact of the co-operators in Nova Scotia, focusing on their revival since 1949.
• Significant themes include community engagement and social change reported throughout the movement's history.
• The publication includes a detailed historical analysis across two volumes, spanning from 2023 to 2024.
• Understanding this movement may inform contemporary community development efforts and historical studies.