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Title: The Story of Louis Riel: The Rebel Chief
Note: Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan
Summary: "The Story of Louis Riel: The Rebel Chief" by J. E. Collins is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life of Louis Riel, a complex figure whose actions sparked significant unrest in Canada, exploring his heritage, motivations, and the sociopolitical landscape of his time. Riel, who is depicted as both a product of his tumultuous environment and a rebel, embodies the struggles of the Metis people against the backdrop of European encroachment and colonial rule. At the start of the narrative, the text introduces us to Riel's ancestry, detailing his background and the life of his father, Louis Riel, Sr. The opening chapter paints a vivid picture of the Red River region, describing its natural beauty alongside the violent history of conflicts involving Indigenous tribes. It also highlights young Louis' education and burgeoning ambitions, showcasing his deep emotional ties to his community and his desire to advocate for their rights. As he navigates experiences of love and loss, his character begins to take shape—a blend of passionate idealism and the effects of systemic oppression, foreshadowing the pivotal role he will play in the socioeconomic upheaval that is to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Collins, J. E. (Joseph Edmund), 1855-1892
EBook No.: 10399
Published: Dec 7, 2003
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Riel, Louis, 1844-1885
Subject: Revolutionaries -- Canada -- Biography
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Story of Louis Riel: The Rebel Chief
Note: Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan
Summary: "The Story of Louis Riel: The Rebel Chief" by J. E. Collins is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life of Louis Riel, a complex figure whose actions sparked significant unrest in Canada, exploring his heritage, motivations, and the sociopolitical landscape of his time. Riel, who is depicted as both a product of his tumultuous environment and a rebel, embodies the struggles of the Metis people against the backdrop of European encroachment and colonial rule. At the start of the narrative, the text introduces us to Riel's ancestry, detailing his background and the life of his father, Louis Riel, Sr. The opening chapter paints a vivid picture of the Red River region, describing its natural beauty alongside the violent history of conflicts involving Indigenous tribes. It also highlights young Louis' education and burgeoning ambitions, showcasing his deep emotional ties to his community and his desire to advocate for their rights. As he navigates experiences of love and loss, his character begins to take shape—a blend of passionate idealism and the effects of systemic oppression, foreshadowing the pivotal role he will play in the socioeconomic upheaval that is to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Collins, J. E. (Joseph Edmund), 1855-1892
EBook No.: 10399
Published: Dec 7, 2003
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Riel, Louis, 1844-1885
Subject: Revolutionaries -- Canada -- Biography
LoCC: North America local history: Canada
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.