Papa La-Bas

By John Dickson Carr

Book Overview

The scene in Papa La-Bas is New Orleans in 1858. There, strong men, lovely women, dark magic and violence swirl around Senator Judah P. Benjamin, who can solve any problem by logical analysis, and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0881844942
• ISBN13: 9780881844948
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Carroll & Graf Pub
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Historical setting-- elements of black magic and passion

This gripping mystery is set in 19th century New Orleans. There is passion and even discreet references to sex-- New Orleans in those days was a very exotic place. The characters are well drawn, and the plot involves murder (of course), jealosy, witchcraft, romantic rivalries. The historical setting really comes to live in every detail. Carr must have researched carefully. You will not be disappointed.