Road Allowance Era
In *Road Allowance Era*, Katherena Vermette continues Echo’s journey as she travels back to 1885, exploring the historical struggles of the Métis people. Published by Highwater Press on April 27, 2021, this edition comprises 48 pages and is presented in English. The narrative addresses the unfulfilled promises of land for the Métis and the challenges they faced during a tumultuous period marked by the execution of their advocate, Louis Riel, and the encroachment of land speculators.
Readers will find a poignant depiction of Echo’s family as they navigate the aftermath of being displaced from their home in Ste. Madeleine, ultimately settling in Rooster Town, a shanty community near Winnipeg. The story highlights themes of resilience and strength within the Métis community, as Echo confronts the historical injustices faced by her people while looking toward a hopeful future. This graphic novel incorporates elements of action and adventure, as well as coming-of-age experiences, making it a significant addition to the genres of young adult fiction and graphic arts.
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In Road Allowance Era, Echo’s story picks up again when she travels back in time to 1885.
The government has not fulfilled its promise of land for the Métis, and many flee to the Northwest. As part of the fallout from the Northwest Resistance, their advocate and champion Louis Riel is executed. As new legislation corrodes Métis land rights, and unscrupulous land speculators and swindlers take advantage, many Métis settle on road allowances and railway land, often on the fringes of urban centres.
For Echo, the plight of her family is apparent. Burnt out of their home in Ste. Madeleine, they make their way to Rooster Town, a shanty community on the southwest edges of Winnipeg. In this final instalment of her story, Echo is reminded of the strength and resilience of her people, forged through the loss and pain of the past, as she faces a triumphant future.
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