New Orleans

The Place And The People

von Grace King

428 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""New Orleans: The Place And The People"" is a non-fiction book written by Grace King, originally published in 1895. The book is a detailed and comprehensive exploration of the history, culture, and people of the city of New Orleans. The author, a native of the city, offers a unique perspective on the city's rich and diverse heritage, covering topics such as the French and Spanish colonial periods, the African-American community, the Creole culture, and the city's unique architecture and cuisine. The book also includes personal anecdotes and stories of the people who have shaped the city, from famous figures like Andrew Jackson and Jean Lafitte to everyday citizens who have contributed to the city's colorful history. With vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, ""New Orleans: The Place And The People"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this iconic American city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781432683511
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.06.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC