In Louisiana, Yesterday and Today, three veteran newspapermen
examine the history and character of one of America's most
remarkable states. This comprehensive, entertaining work will
inform natives of their rich heritage and familiarize others with
the many sources of Louisiana's special charm.
In concise, thematic chapters, the authors discuss practically
every aspect of Louisiana's history. They explore in depth many
specific events and eras, including the Louisiana Purchase, the
Battle of New Orleans, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the
rise of Huey P. Long. Illuminating Louisiana's wonderfully polyglot
character, they trace the cultural milieu from earliest Indian days
through the French and Spanish regimes into statehood. They tell of
the pirate Jean Lafitte and the voodoo queen Marie Laveau, of the
state's unique Cajun and Creole heritages, of the legendary
red-light district of Storyville, and of the excitement and
debauchery of Mardi Gras.
As a bonus, the book provides an incisive look at the state's 64
parishes as it portrays Louisiana's history, population, economy,
culture, and outstanding tourist attractions, evincing the
diversity -- most notably between north and south -- that
characterizes the state. An excellent guide for visitors who wish
to learn about Louisiana's past as well as its present attractions,
Louisiana, Yesterday and Today will also beckon natives to
rediscover their heritage and the cultural wonderland that exists
in their own backyard.
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