Xgirl1251
04-24-2004, 12:20 AM
A Comic-strip Biography
By Chester Brown
This graphic novel tells the tale of one of Canada's most memorable characters in history and his dealings with the Canadian government. From the Red River Rebellion to his time in the nut house to his trial and hanging. This novel should be in every school across the country.
I enjoyed the portrayals of the Metis and their conflict with the English speaking, white people. Louis was shown as a very religious person who wanted the best for his people. Other characters that stood out in my mind were Gabriel Dumont, Thomas Scott and lest we forget, Sir John. A. MacDonald.
The artwork was, in my opinion, very well done. You can easily tell what is happening and the story seems to flow nicely. The panels are simple, square, and 6 per page, but that makes it all the more easier to read. This story is very historical, so I'm glad that it kept well with the history. Dates are often used and maps are provided to give the reader a greater sense of setting.
The humour usage was quite good as well. It was not a parody of events, but it contained humour that was enough for me to chuckle here and there. Especially with Thomas Scott.
Overall, I think this is an excellent book and I give it an A+. I thoroughly enjoyed it and strongly recommend it for others to read. No other 241 page historical book was I ever able to read in 2 days flat.
By Chester Brown
This graphic novel tells the tale of one of Canada's most memorable characters in history and his dealings with the Canadian government. From the Red River Rebellion to his time in the nut house to his trial and hanging. This novel should be in every school across the country.
I enjoyed the portrayals of the Metis and their conflict with the English speaking, white people. Louis was shown as a very religious person who wanted the best for his people. Other characters that stood out in my mind were Gabriel Dumont, Thomas Scott and lest we forget, Sir John. A. MacDonald.
The artwork was, in my opinion, very well done. You can easily tell what is happening and the story seems to flow nicely. The panels are simple, square, and 6 per page, but that makes it all the more easier to read. This story is very historical, so I'm glad that it kept well with the history. Dates are often used and maps are provided to give the reader a greater sense of setting.
The humour usage was quite good as well. It was not a parody of events, but it contained humour that was enough for me to chuckle here and there. Especially with Thomas Scott.
Overall, I think this is an excellent book and I give it an A+. I thoroughly enjoyed it and strongly recommend it for others to read. No other 241 page historical book was I ever able to read in 2 days flat.