The authors are regional activists who are passionate about cultural preservation. Warren Perrin, a Lafayette attorney and founder of the Acadian Museum, was president of CODOFIL for 16 years. Patrick C. Morrow, recognized since 2008 as one of Louisiana's "Super Lawyers," is a native of Arnaudville. Phillip Andrepont, president of Andrepont Printing of Opelousas, has served as president of the Opelousas Jaycees and the Yambilee Association.