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Evangeline: A Tale Of Acadie; Volume 3
Paperback
Canadian HistoryPoetry CriticismGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781286057872
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Apr 17 2012
Pages: 116
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.24 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, tells the poignant story of Evangeline Bellefontaine and Gabriel Lajeunesse, two young lovers separated during the Great Expulsion of the Acadians from their homeland in present-day Nova Scotia. This narrative poem, a cornerstone of American literature, follows Evangeline's years-long journey through the American landscape as she searches for her lost love, Gabriel. Her unwavering devotion and perseverance in the face of immense hardship resonate deeply, painting a vivid picture of Acadian culture and the tragedy of displacement.
Longfellow's evocative language and memorable characters have made Evangeline a classic for generations. Its enduring themes of love, loss, exile, and hope continue to captivate readers, offering a powerful reflection on history, identity, and the resilience of the human spirit.
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