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Author Knight, Robert, 1952 September 30-

Title Louis Riel : with profiles of Gabriel Dumont and Poundmaker / [writer, Robert Knight].

Publication Info. Chicago : World Book, [2007]
©2007

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 Colchester, Cragin Memorial Library - Children's Department  J 920 RIE    Check Shelf
Description 112 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 24 cm.
Series Biographical connections
Biographical connections.
Summary "A biography of Louis Riel, a Metis leader who, in the 1800's, sought better treatment of his people by the Canadian establishment. Also profiled are two prominent individuals, who are associated through the influences they had on one another, the successes they achieved, or the goals they worked toward. Includes recommended readings and web sites"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents Profile : Gabriel Dumont -- Louis Riel -- Chronology and introduction to Riel's life -- A Metis in the Red River Settlement -- A leader emerges -- Exile, madness, and a mission -- Struggles in Saskatchewan country -- Riel's rebellion -- Profile : Poundmaker.
Subject Riel, Louis, 1844-1885.
Métis -- Biography.
Dumont, Gabriel, 1838-1906.
Poundmaker, 1842-1886.
Northwest Resistance, Canada, 1885.
Added Author World Book, Inc.
ISBN 0716618249
9780716618249
Standard No. 9780716618249
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