The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story

By Devin Meireles

Based on a True Story

The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story is a narrative non-fiction book about the author's family history-particularly the lives of their paternal ancestors from Sao Miguel Island in Portugal. The story begins with their great-grandparents before shifting focus to their paternal grandparents and their unconditional love for each other. Their relationship overcame many obstacles of the time and they were physically separated for nearly three years after leaving the homeland. They became immigrants in Canada-a place where the author found themselves born and raised, being something that they are grateful for yet fascinated to reflect on the history of how it happened.

A Heart-warming Cultural Read

Weaving a wonderful tale of the struggles and triumphs as well as the rich Portuguese culture of their ancestry, the book follows their grandfather, Vov , who was the impetus for life in the New World. Embarking on the journey of lifetime, they carried out a mission guided by true love to carve out a fighting chance for the future of his family.

The author speaks on various characteristics embodied and behavioural traits that have shaped their sense of self today while forging a deep connection with their ancestors. Understanding more about themselves than anticipated along the way to show that it really is all in the family. The history that behooves us has been set out for those with the privilege to continue down the path-a sentiment that the author draws out with great detail. Their descriptions of events set the scene that take the reader back in time.

Praise for The Portuguese Immigrant: Atlantic Heritage Story

"The book is in English, however the sprinkling of Portuguese phrases evoked visceral reactions..." FolkandFad.com

"Devin's story boasts rave reviews on both Amazon and Goodreads with readers finding it a sentimental and inspiring read..." The Portugal News

"...it resonated so much with my family, as we are immigrants from the same place, and very proud of our family ancestors." Amazon Reviewer

"...the author tells his family's story with such love and appreciation, it really is a heartwarming read." GoodReads Reviewer

"The story was so detailed and so true of all the immigrants and their families in the 1960s..." Amazon Reviewer

"...switching between Portuguese and English. The mix makes sure that both the factual and emotional importance of the story shines through." GoodReads Reviewer

"Any one of us would love to have a history like this written about our family." GoodReads Reviewer

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1777996619
• ISBN13: 9781777996611
• Release Date: January 2022
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"