The tragic story of the Acadians has ben immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's narrative poem Evangeline. Much of the poet's account was fictional, but in Evangeline and the Acadians, Robert Tallant tells with drama and sympathy what actually happened to the ill-fated French colonists of Acadia. In 1755, the English drove the Acadians from their beloved country. For years the homeless Acadians wandered. Some finally reached France, the French West Indies, or other places they could call home, but most headed south ...
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The tragic story of the Acadians has ben immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's narrative poem Evangeline. Much of the poet's account was fictional, but in Evangeline and the Acadians, Robert Tallant tells with drama and sympathy what actually happened to the ill-fated French colonists of Acadia. In 1755, the English drove the Acadians from their beloved country. For years the homeless Acadians wandered. Some finally reached France, the French West Indies, or other places they could call home, but most headed south for New Orleans, where they found a haven among other French-speaking people. After exploring the Acadians' plight, the author examines the strides they have made as citizens of Louisiana who have ventured into the fields of business, medicine, politics, and more.
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Very Good. No Dust Jacket. This old book is clean, solid and in great shape! This is a hardcover book with 174 pages including many illustrations. The binding is strong with all pages firmly attached. There is a word faintly written on the first end paper. The pages are otherwise clean with no soiling or tears. The copyright page shows 1957 as the published date. This is definitely Not a former library book. The picture covers show just a hint of edgewear and very light soiling. This old book looks and feels great! We always ship in a sturdy cardboard box!
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Ex-library book. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting.
