The great outmigration. Those Newfoundlanders who left their home with vast emotional stress in order to find new lives wherever prosperity lingered. More importantly, these people not only left home, but they took their love of home with them. And quite often, that love can be witnessed throughout Canada. Dragged Away Screaming tells the story, and gives the details, of why Newfoundlanders long for home as much as they do. It emphasizes on the importance of the friends and family that are left behind, the songs and flavours that are missed so much, and what Newfoundlanders must endure in order to numb the sting of homesickness. It also embraces the mentality that must be employed, in order for the many transplanted Newfoundlanders to find peace of mind. Because finding peace of mind, as well as staying close to home roots, is crucial while attempting to find happiness. Whether you left home with excitement? Or you were dragged away screaming.