The book "Our Intellectual Strength and Weakness. A Brief Historical and Critical Survey of Literature, Art and Education in Canada" by John George Bourino. In this publication, the author carefully analyzed the historical path of the development of culture and education in Canada, presenting his thoughts on the country's strengths and weaknesses in these areas. The book reveals important aspects of literature, art and education in the Canadian context, paying attention to the influence of various factors on their development. This work is a valuable resource for understanding Canada's cultural and educational history, and enriches the reader with an in-depth analysis of the country's challenges and achievements in the humanities.