First published in 1957, Mazo de la Roches last autobiography is a vivid look at her life in Ontario, and a parting shot at her critics. Mazo de la Roche was once Canadas best-known writer, loved by millions of readers around the world. Her Jalna series is filled with unforgettable characters who come to life for her readers, but she herself was secretive about her own life and tried to escape the public attention fame brought. In this memoir, de la Roche describes her childhood and her relationship with her cousin and life-long companion, Caroline Clement. She confesses her personal connection withher troubled character Finch Whiteoak and details her romantic struggles. Ringing the Changes is the closest view we have of Mazo de la Roches innermost thoughts and the private life she usually kept hidden.

Heather Kirk writes books for young people and adults. Heather has also written newspaper articles, radio scripts, and scholarly criticism. She has won several awards for her work. Her website is at www.heatherkirk.ca.

Introduction by Heather Kirk Ringing the Changes Prologue I. Maternal Forebears II. Paternal Forebears III. Very Young Days IV. Secret Play and Separation V. Adolescent Pleasure and Pain VI. The First Flight VII. Clipped Wings VIII. The Long Years IX. The Changeful Years X. Three Against the World XI. We Two Left XII. Jalna XIII. Whiteoaks XIV. Setting Sail XV. Seckington XVI. The Rectory XVII. Canada XVIII. The Cliffs and the Heath XIX. The Winnings XX. Whiteoaks The Play XXI. Farewell to the Winnings XXII. Life in Windsor and a Trip to America XXIII. Change