Louisiana Rambles

Author : Ian McNulty
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : History
ISBN : 9781604739473

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Louisiana Rambles by Ian McNulty Pdf

"McNulty delivers an inimitable take on Cajun and Creole Louisiana--the siren call of zydeco dancehalls pulsing in the country darkness; of crawfish "boiling points" and traditional country smokehouses; of Cajun jam sessions, where even wallflowers are compelled to dance; of equine gambits in the cradle of jockeys; and of fishing trips where anyone can land impressive catches. In south Louisiana, distilled European heritage, the African American experience, and modern southern exuberance mix with tumultuous history and fantastically fecund natural environments. The territories McNulty opens to the reader are arguably the nation's most exotic and culturally distinct destinations"--Page 4 of cover.

Author : Ian McNulty
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011-02-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781628469554

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Louisiana Rambles by Ian McNulty Pdf

After Hurricane Katrina laid bare the fragility and environmental peril of South Louisiana, author Ian McNulty set out on a series of daytrips to delve into the area's diverse cultural landscapes. He explored communities staked up and down the Mississippi River, nestled into the teeming bayous, braced along the edge of the Gulf, and planted out on the golden prairie stretching to the west. Louisiana Rambles is his richly evocative guide to those journeys. McNulty delivers an inimitable take on Cajun and Creole Louisiana—the siren call of zydeco dance halls pulsing in the country darkness; of crawfish “boiling points” and traditional country smokehouses; of Cajun jam sessions, where even wallflowers are compelled to dance; of equine gambits in the cradle of jockeys; and of fishing trips where anyone can land impressive catches. In South Louisiana, distilled European heritage, the African American experience, and modern southern exuberance mix with tumultuous history and fantastically fecund natural environments. The territories McNulty opens to the reader are arguably the nation's most exotic and culturally distinct destinations. McNulty quests for the heart of these places and people. Much more than a travel guide or collection of travel narratives, Louisiana Rambles is a seasoned writer's witness to an epic locale that is very often joyous, sometimes heartbreaking, and always vital and stimulating. An extensive, chapter-by-chapter appendix filled with travel tips and notes from the road (or the bayou) will let visitors explore well beyond the beaten tourist paths and help Louisiana residents appreciate their own terrain in a new light.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1844
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:B5214501

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Arthur's Ladies' Magazine of Elegant Literature and the Fine Arts by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert Ford
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 994 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-07-24
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781351398480

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A Blues Bibliography by Robert Ford Pdf

This book provides a sequel to Robert Ford's comprehensive reference work A Blues Bibliography, the second edition of which was published in 2007. Bringing Ford's bibliography of resources up to date, this volume covers works published since 2005, complementing the first volume by extending coverage through twelve years of new publications. As in the previous volume, this work includes entries on the history and background of the blues, instruments, record labels, reference sources, regional variations, and lyric transcriptions and musical analysis. With extensive listings of print and online articles in scholarly and trade journals, books, and recordings, this bibliography offers the most thorough resource for all researchers studying the blues.

Author : Laurence W. Mazzeno
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781476662817

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James Lee Burke by Laurence W. Mazzeno Pdf

James Lee Burke is an acclaimed writer of crime novels in which protagonists battle low-life thugs who commit violent crimes and corporate executives who exploit the powerless. He is best known for his Dave Robicheaux series, set in New Orleans and the surrounding bayou country. With characters inspired by his own family, Burke uses the mystery genre to explore the nature of evil and an individual's responsibility to friends, family and society at large. This companion to his works provides a commentary on all of the characters, settings, events and themes in his novels and short stories, along with a critical discussion of his writing style, technique and literary devices. Glossaries describe the people and places and define unfamiliar terms. Selected interviews provide background information on both the writer and his stories.

Author : Anand Prahlad
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781610699303

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African American Folklore by Anand Prahlad Pdf

African American folklore dates back 240 years and has had a significant impact on American culture from the slavery period to the modern day. This encyclopedia provides accessible entries on key elements of this long history, including folklore originally derived from African cultures that have survived here and those that originated in the United States. Inspired by the author's passion for African American culture and vernacular traditions, African American Folklore: An Encyclopedia for Students thoroughly addresses key elements and motifs in black American folklore-especially those that have influenced American culture. With its alphabetically organized entries that cover a wide range of subjects from the word "conjure" to the dance style of "twerking," this book provides readers with a deeper comprehension of American culture through a greater understanding of the contributions of African American culture and black folk traditions. This book will be useful to general readers as well as students or researchers whose interests include African American culture and folklore or American culture. It offers insight into the histories of African American folklore motifs, their importance within African American groups, and their relevance to the evolution of American culture. The work also provides original materials, such as excepts from folktales and folksongs, and a comprehensive compilation of sources for further research that includes bibliographical citations as well as lists of websites and cultural centers.

Author : Gladys L. Knight
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1128 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-08-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780313398834

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Pop Culture Places [3 volumes] by Gladys L. Knight Pdf

This three-volume reference set explores the history, relevance, and significance of pop culture locations in the United States—places that have captured the imagination of the American people and reflect the diversity of the nation. Pop Culture Places: An Encyclopedia of Places in American Popular Culture serves as a resource for high school and college students as well as adult readers that contains more than 350 entries on a broad assortment of popular places in America. Covering places from Ellis Island to Fisherman's Wharf, the entries reflect the tremendous variety of sites, historical and modern, emphasizing the immense diversity and historical development of our nation. Readers will gain an appreciation of the historical, social, and cultural impact of each location and better understand how America has come to be a nation and evolved culturally through the lens of popular places. Approximately 200 sidebars serve to highlight interesting facts while images throughout the book depict the places described in the text. Each entry supplies a brief bibliography that directs students to print and electronic sources of additional information.

Author : Fodor's
Publisher : Fodor's Travel
Page : 611 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-23
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780876371633

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Fodor's New Orleans 2013 by Fodor's Pdf

New Orleans is an incredible, vibrant, bursting at the seams, melting pot of a city. Whether you’re visiting for the music, the food, to get to the know people, or to just party all night long (maybe all of the above) Fodor’s New Orleans is the guidebook that will help make sure that you have the trip of a lifetime, every time you go. Expanded Coverage: Includes new hotel and restaurant reviews throughout New Orleans, as well as in select destinations in Plantation Country and Cajun country. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s New Orleans offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights. TripAdvisor Reviews: Our experts’ hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their New Orleans stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 638 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1844
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101074628312

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The Ladies' Magazine by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : American literature
ISBN : OSU:32435083729947

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The Southern Register by Anonim Pdf

Author : Eugene Lincoln Schwaab
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Southern States
ISBN : UVA:X000392435

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Travels in the Old South, Selected from Periodicals of the Times by Eugene Lincoln Schwaab Pdf

An analysis of Barcelona - city and sports venues - from an architectual point of view in the light of its bid for the 1992 Olympics.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1130 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Hotels
ISBN : UFL:31262100835577

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Southern Hotel Journal by Anonim Pdf

Author : Katharine Macbeth Jones
Publisher : Indianapolis, Ind. : Bobbs
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Plantation life
ISBN : UVA:X000415218

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The Plantation South by Katharine Macbeth Jones Pdf

Collection of writings of people who lived on the plantations and of people who visited there.

Author : Mercantile library assoc New York
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 716 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1866
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:590673877

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Catalogue of books in the Mercantile library by Mercantile library assoc New York Pdf

Author : Mercantile Library Association (NEW YORK)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 982 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1866
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0018266807

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Catalogue of Books in the Mercantile Library, of the City of New York. (Supplement. Accessions, March 1866 to October 1869. Accessions to Dec. 15. 1869.). by Mercantile Library Association (NEW YORK) Pdf