How Long to Read Riel's Defence

How Long Does it Take to Read Riel's Defence?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 40 minutes to read Riel's Defence by Hans V. Hansen

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In 1885, Louis Riel was charged with high treason, found guilty, and consequently executed for his role in Saskatchewan's North-West Rebellion. During his trial, the Métis leader gave two speeches, passionately defending the interests of the Métis in western Canada as well as his own life. Riel's Defence studies these speeches, demonstrating the range of Riel's political and personal concerns. The first and better known of the two speeches addresses the jury, while Riel's second speech - rarely reprinted - addresses the court following his guilty verdict. Both orations have been edited, annotated, and reprinted, and are followed by essays from diverse perspectives including philosophy, law, history, political science, religion, and communication studies. Through the course of their inquiry, contributors come to understand more about Riel's personal character and political thought, as well as his arguments supporting Métis land claims, grievances against the federal government, and his immigration plan for the North-West. Evaluating the rhetorical quality, legal merit, and cultural stakes of his speeches, Riel's Defence reveals the significance of the last public statements made by a man who indelibly shaped Canada’s history by combining his personal vision with a national vision.

How long is Riel's Defence?

Riel's Defence by Hans V. Hansen is 275 pages long, and a total of 70,125 words.

This makes it 93% the length of the average book. It also has 86% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Riel's Defence Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 23 minutes to read Riel's Defence aloud.

What Reading Level is Riel's Defence?

Riel's Defence is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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