Maple syrup is produced only in the north-eastern United States and eastern Canada where the spring maple syrup season - “sugaring off” - is eagerly anticipated. Nowhere else in the world is the “sweet gold” of spring made. It's no wonder that maple syrup and candies are popular items in duty-free shops. In this richly illustrated book, the authors explore every aspect of maple syrup. They relate Native legends surrounding its discovery and explain its importance in the pioneer diet. They cover the sugar maple's exalted status in the maple tree family, and reveal why maple sap is still one of nature's great mysteries. Also included are: . Details about how sugar maples are tapped and how the sap is collected . Insights from maple syrup producers . The many ways maple syrup is enjoyed . A special “maple syrup flavour wheel” that describes the many colours, grades and flavour variations available . A selection of recipes, including maple salmon, maple-marinated chicken wings and maple sugar pecans. The Maple Syrup Book describes everything there is to know about syrup making. Written in a conversational style and packed with photographs it would be a great reference for teachers who want to cover syrup-making and sugaring. A complete and fascinating resource filled with history, romance and sweet flavors, The Maple Syrup Book provides the full story behind a long-standing and important North American tradition. AUTHOR: Janet Eagleson is the author of Nature Hikes. Rosemary Hasner is a photographer whose images have appeared in books, magazines, and calendars. REVIEWS: “Eagleson brings maple syrup to life in this fascinating look at the history, making, and enjoyment of this popular sweet liquid... Overall this is a fun and fact-fi lled work guaranteed to delight folks of all ages.” -library Journal ILLUSTRATIONS: 70 colour & b/w photographs