![]() I believe this book would be an interesting way to introduce the narrative aspect of history and to start a discussion about bias with my students. Because of its historical content, the graphic novel would fit most appropriately within the grade 8 history curriculum but could be used as an exemplar for a graphic novel assignment at any level. ![]() Despite this comical aspect in the book, the history is well researched and presented in a very thorough way. The ways in which the Métis people speak is written in such a way that makes is seems as though they are speaking with a French-Canadian accent which adds an element of comedy to the storytelling. Macdonald is often shown making important political decisions while drunk. Brown makes a parody of these historical figures by exaggerating some of their qualities and flaws. ![]() By looking at the Red River settlement, support and backlash from different Canadians, etc. Through his distinct art style and poignant storytelling, Brown paints a picture of Louis Riel as a reluctant revolutionary. ![]() The book I have chosen to study for the purpose of this assignment is Chester Brown’s Louis Riel: A Comic-Strip Biography. ![]()
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