Evangeline

5W Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Illustrations by Howard Chandler Christy. Bobbs Merrill, 1905.

Notes

Evangeline is a narrative poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, first published in 1847. It tells the story of Evangeline Bellefontaine, a young Acadian woman who is separated from her beloved, Gabriel Lajeunesse, during the British expulsion of the Acadians from Nova Scotia in 1755. The poem follows Evangeline's lifelong journey across America as she searches for Gabriel, enduring hardship and sorrow, only to find him years later on his deathbed in a poorhouse. Written in dactylic hexameter, the poem blends classical form with American themes, highlighting Longfellow's romantic style and deep sympathy for human suffering and resilience. Evangeline remains one of Longfellow’s most enduring and beloved works, celebrated for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth.

Description

Red cloth binding with gilt lettering on upper board and spine. Cream embossed details on upper board as well. Minimal bumping to points. Some fraying to top of spine. Illustrative details on every page and some black and white and some colored images throughout. Fine condition overall.