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Louis Riel

a Comic-strip Biography
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Dec 05, 2023nathanface rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating account of the folk hero Louis Riel and his journey. It's drawn very well.
May 25, 2023FVReader rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
An interesting telling of Riel's story. Although the author took a few liberties with history, the storyline seemed true in scope and intention. The story got a bit long in the middle section but otherwise is quite interesting and…
Aug 02, 2022Legend62 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
A very interesting representation of the history of Louis Riel in graphic (aka comic book) form. The story is simplified but makes it a great starting point for further investigation if so desired. I think it is important, especially for…
Oct 02, 2019
❓Who's Hollis Darby-Barnes? Isn't this book about Louis Riel? Focus, FizzyWhizzy, FOCUS!
Jul 16, 2019
Hollis Darby-Barnes is furious about a lot of things, including the death of one of her moms. It doesn't help that she's getting nasty texts from the girlfriend of the guy with whom Hollis is hooking up. The last thing she needs is an…
Jul 16, 2019mammothhawk229e rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Graphic novel exposed Louis Riel's two biggest flaws that normally Canadian cliched virtues: nice & civilized. He made a decent politician ,but a terrible general in that he wasn't ruthless and won't go for dirty tricks Lamont wanted. …
Sep 09, 2017mclarjh rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
My second reading. A story that's more relevant now than when first issued.
Jul 24, 2017pentlacj rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Brown presents a fascinating way to engage with history. The story can seem over-simplified at times, but overall this is a neat way to learn about Riel.
Apr 19, 2016
I think this is a great way of learning about the life of Louis RIel and not just him but more! And honestly it's better then read a large textbook.
Mar 12, 2016vfryzek rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Who said Canadain history is boring.
Jan 05, 2015WVMLStaffPicks rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Chester Brown’s characters are reminiscent of Herge or Little Orphan Annie in this graphic version of Canadian folk hero Louis Riel’s courageous struggle with the government of Upper Canada. Perfect to share with a high school student.
Dec 05, 2013elliottt rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
In the canon of historical graphic novels, this is a particular treat. Brown is a master of dialogue who moves the story forward without devoting pages to monologues and rants. The scope of Riel's life is equally impressive, and Brown is…
Oct 15, 2013madmikethb rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A classic.
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Jun 30, 2012azbier rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Quite simply: WOW. Mr. Brown, Thank You. This is ART! Every panel should be blown up and all displayed in the National Gallery of Canada. Nuff said. Okay, one more thing: Why is this always found in the Children's section of the Central…
Jul 31, 2011tumbleweed22 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Made history much more enjoyable until I read all the notes. Recommended read to all those non-history people. I learned so much about Canada.
Jan 17, 2011dadoffour rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Exhaustively researched biography of a larger than life historical character. Helps to dispel the belief that Canadian history is dull. How not-dull is this graphic biography? My fourteen year old son, dedicated as he is to video games,…
Aug 22, 2009carknerdy rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
One of the best Canadian and biographical graphic novels, period.
May 11, 2009
This is the 53rd of a series of titles selected by writer Yann Martel to provide to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, to encourage an appreciation of the arts and literature in particular in the PM, and to also help him with his…