In this powerful episode of Historican, we sit down with husband-and-wife team Laraine Batís-Gelpi and Dr. Miguel “David” Gelpi to explore their extraordinary 22-day pilgrimage across Puerto Rico — a journey that became the foundation of their book, The Road of the 78 Prayers. What began as a simple idea — a small photo booklet to show their children — evolved into a deep reconnection with the island, its towns, its people, and their own ancestral roots. Together, they visited and photographed the 78 Placitas, the town centers of every pueblo in Puerto Rico, capturing not only landscapes but memories, spirit, and cultural identity. In this conversation, Laraine and David open up about: How a family keepsake transformed into a published book for the diaspora The emotional moments and unexpected teachings found across 78 towns Photography as a ...