Louis Riel and the Creation of Modern Canada: Mythic Discourse and the Postcolonial State - Rilegato

Reid, Jennifer

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0826344151 ISBN 13: 9780826344151

Casa editrice: Univ of New Mexico Pr, 2008

Riassunto

Since he was tried and hanged for treason in November of 1885, Louis Riel has been the subject of more histories, biographies, novels, and poetry than any other figure in Canadian history. Politician, founder of Manitoba, and leader of the aboriginal Métis people, Riel led two resistance movements against the Canadian government: the Red River Uprising of 1869-70, and the North-West Rebellion of 1885, in defense of Métis and other minority rights.

Against the backdrop of these legendary uprisings, Jennifer Reid examines Riel's religious background, the mythic significance that has consciously been ascribed to him, and how these elements combined to influence Canada's search for a national identity. Reid's study provides a framework for rethinking the geopolitical significance of the modern Canadian state, the historic role of Confederation in establishing the country's collective self-image, and the narrative space through which Riel's voice speaks to these issues.

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Reid offers a look at the religious background of Louis Riel who was hung for his role in fomenting revolutions in the Canadian North-West Territory but has now become a national hero.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Univ of New Mexico Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0826344151
• ISBN 13: 9780826344151
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 314
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