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New Orleans: A Pictorial History

by Leonard Victor Huber

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Originally published in 1971, this book was hailed as the most comprehensive collection of photos, paintings, and drawings documenting the history, development, and customs of the city of New Orleans that has ever been produced. From La Salleis claim of the Louisiana territory in the name of France in 1682, to the decisive Battle of New Orleans in 1815, to the fast-growing city of the mid- to late-nineteenth century, historian Leonard V. Huber provides a chronological study of this unforgettable city which is both extensive and educational. Over 1,000 revealing pictures encapsulate such events and records as early settlers confronting the Indians, the first plans for the city, the French and Spanish regimes, the evolution of architectural styles, the development of Canal Street as the major thoroughfare in the city, the mysterious

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Originally published in 1971, this book was hailed as the most comprehensivecollection of photos, paintings, and drawings documenting the history, development, and customs of the city of New Orleans that has ever been produced.From La Salleis claim of the Louisiana territory in the name of France in1682, to the decisive Battle of New Orleans in 1815, to the fast-growing city ofthe mid- to late-nineteenth century, historian Leonard V. Huber provides achronological study of this unforgettable city which is both extensive andeducational.Over 1,000 revealing pictures encapsulate such events and records as earlysettlers confronting the Indians, the first plans for the city, the French andSpanish regimes, the evolution of architectural styles, the development of CanalStreet as the major thoroughfare in the city, the mysterious cities of thedead, infamous natural disasters that crippled the city, Bourbon Street, the unique ferry and streetcar systems, the romantic steamboat era, bustlingFrench Market scenes, the influence of jazz, and much, much more. The phenomenonof Mardi Gras is dealt with extensively, as are the cultural offerings of thecity (theatre, opera, fine arts, and cuisine) throughout history.Pelicanis reprint of this fine, authoritative volume will be welcomedby historians, natives, students, and visitors to the city alike, and will bringto life the fascinating history of one of the most famous and charming cities inthe world.

Synopsis:

The most comprehensive collection of photos, paintings, and drawings documenting the history, development, and customs of the city of New Orleans ever produced.

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 357-361) and index.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780882898681
With:
Dufor, Charles L.
Designed:
Dufour, Charles L.
With:
Dufour, Charles L.
Foreword by:
Dufour, Charles
Foreword:
Dufour, Charles
Designed:
Dufor, Charles L.
Author:
Huber, Leonard Victor
Publisher:
Pelican Publishing Company
Location:
Gretna, La. :
Subject:
General
Subject:
History
Subject:
New orleans
Subject:
Pictorial works
Subject:
New Orleans (La.) Pictorial works.
Subject:
United States - State & Local - General
Subject:
New Orleans (La.) History Pictorial works.
Subject:
Americana-General
Edition Number:
1st Pelican ed.
Edition Description:
Pelican
Series Volume:
970
Publication Date:
19910931
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
11.20x8.80x1.60 in. 3.05 lbs.

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"Synopsis" by , Originally published in 1971, this book was hailed as the most comprehensivecollection of photos, paintings, and drawings documenting the history, development, and customs of the city of New Orleans that has ever been produced.From La Salleis claim of the Louisiana territory in the name of France in1682, to the decisive Battle of New Orleans in 1815, to the fast-growing city ofthe mid- to late-nineteenth century, historian Leonard V. Huber provides achronological study of this unforgettable city which is both extensive andeducational.Over 1,000 revealing pictures encapsulate such events and records as earlysettlers confronting the Indians, the first plans for the city, the French andSpanish regimes, the evolution of architectural styles, the development of CanalStreet as the major thoroughfare in the city, the mysterious cities of thedead, infamous natural disasters that crippled the city, Bourbon Street, the unique ferry and streetcar systems, the romantic steamboat era, bustlingFrench Market scenes, the influence of jazz, and much, much more. The phenomenonof Mardi Gras is dealt with extensively, as are the cultural offerings of thecity (theatre, opera, fine arts, and cuisine) throughout history.Pelicanis reprint of this fine, authoritative volume will be welcomedby historians, natives, students, and visitors to the city alike, and will bringto life the fascinating history of one of the most famous and charming cities inthe world.
"Synopsis" by , The most comprehensive collection of photos, paintings, and drawings documenting the history, development, and customs of the city of New Orleans ever produced.
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