River Road: Essays on Manitoba and Prairie History - Friesen, Gerald

Clean, tight, unmarked; two light creases to spine; previous owner's name on ffep; light wear to lower back inside corner; otherwise very minimal wear; This book tells some of the 'local stories' that make up the history of the Canadian prairies. Friesen portrays some of the different sides and personalities of this history, such as Bob Russell, leader of the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike and J.H. Riddell, principal of Wesley College. He also explores the changing relationship between Aboriginal peoples and the 'dominant' society, from the prosperous Metis community that flourished along the Red River in the 19th century to the history of Aboriginal relation with the justice system.
Very Good
Soft cover
University of Manitoba Press
1996
Winnipeg, MB