The Creoles of Louisiana

by George Washington Cable and Joseph Pennell

Book Overview

Originally published in 1884, this classic remains an excellent reference on the history of this complex and charismatic segment of the state's citizenry. 'What is a Creole?' Even in Louisiana, the question would be variously answered. Despite this admission, the author ably addresses the query with precision and aplomb. In this case, he is writing about the white descendants of the early French and Spanish immigrants born in the New World. Originally...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565547527
• ISBN13: 9781565547520
• Release Date: July 2000
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.0" x 7.0"