Pioneers in Quebec's Eastern Townships had a passionate determination to educate their children. Their efforts to establish schools in the clearings is a tale of dogged community effort. The story contains excerpts from original documents, pictures of early school buildings, maps and biographical sketches of community leaders, teachers and politicians. The book contains the names of more than 10,000 pupils, teachers and trustees in Stanstead Township. This book is an invaluable genealogical resource.