Acadians of Nova Scotia

by Alphonse Deveau, Sally Ross

The first work devoted exclusively to Acadians in Nova Scotia, this book presents a thorough study of Acadian history from the earliest days of French settlement to present-day Acadian communities. Authors Sally Ross and Alphonse Deveau draw on original seventeenth-century texts, as well as up-to-date sources. They examine the history of the Expulsion the Grand Derangement that began in 1755, and trace the return of the Acadians and their resettlement in seven areas of the province. The authors highlight the distinct features that have developed within these different regions of Nova Scotia and discuss the choices and challenges faced by Acadians today: the linguistic assimilation and preservation of a distinct culture against pressures from the mainstream culture. Acadians of Nova Scotia won the 1993 Dartmouth Book Award for non-fiction and the 1993 Evelyn Richardson Memorial Literary Prize for non-fiction."

Genres: History

214 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this history prior to a trip to Prince Edward Island. I knew nothing about this area, historically speaking, so it was interesting in that respect. It is a scholarly work, so not a lot of drama, other than the human tragedy we impose on our fellow man.