The Land of Evangeline: The Authentic Story of Her Country and Her People With Evangeline by H. W. Longfellow

"The Land of Evangeline: The Authentic Story of Her Country and Her People" by John F. Herbin is a journey into the heart of Acadian history and culture, giving context to Longfellow's famous poem. The book explores the history of the Acadian people, focusing on the village of Grand-Pré, and highlights the heartbreaking events of the Acadian Deportation in 1755. It paints a picture of a peaceful, thriving community through vivid descriptions of the landscape, the daily lives of the villagers, and their unique agricultural practices, and addresses the themes of loss and resilience that define the story of Evangeline and Gabriel.