Louis Riel
by Asfar, Dan

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Louis Riel: Champion of a people or traitorous rabble-rouser? Political visionary or religious lunatic? Louis Riel is one of the most controversial figures to emerge from the Canadian West. He was the voice of the Metis during their early encounters with Canadian encroachment, and his unexpected resistance against the establishment sent tremors into the heart of the nation.

Dan Asfar and Tim Chodan chronicle the dramatic life of Louis Riel and his struggle against the Canadian government:

Young and idealistic, Riel swiftly emerges as a leader of the Metis

With the execution of Thomas Scott during the Red River Resistance of 1869, he is branded an outlaw

Floundering in the murky waters of despair and doubt, Riel is driven mad by regrets and religious ruminations

In 1884, Gabriel Dumont invites Riel to Saskatchewan to lead his people in the 1885 North-West Rebellion

Hanged for treason, Louis emerges as an enduring Canadian Hero

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Weight:	0.22 kg
Price:	CDN$ 14.95 (US$ 14.55)

ISBN-10:	1894864050
ISBN-13/EAN:	9781894864053
Author:	Asfar, Dan
Publisher:	Folklore Publishing Edmonton, Alberta
Publication Date:	1/2003
Pages:	231 pp
Size/Dimensions:	8.25 x 5.25 x .75 inches
Binding:	Paperback