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History, legend, and folklore have always been Florence Dorsey's chief interests, and a long period of research has preceded the publication of her first book. "Master of the Mississippi" has been compiled from letters written by Henry Miller Shreve, journals kept by his father and brother, letters by members of the Shreve family, records and descriptions by early adventurers into the Mississippi, Ohio, and Red River countries, and from histories of various parts and phases of the Mississippi Valley. "My father," she says, "was one of the children who played at Gallatin Place, the country seat of Henry Shreve, and his parents considered it their second home.I heard much of Henry Shreve from them and also from his grandson, who was a frequent guest in my own home." For recreation, Miss Dorsey enthusiastically applaudes water travel, roughing it in the woods, and sessions of sitting around on wharfs listening to sailors' and fishermen's yarns. Born in Illinois, she went to school in Texas, traveled abroad, and later studied at the University of Missouri.

"It is hard to explain why no systematic effort has hitherto been made to collect and preserve their melodies.The public had well-nigh forgotten these genuine slave songs, and with them the creative power from which they sprung.These are the songs heard . . . upon the Mississippi . . . wild and strangely fascinating."--from the IntroductionThe authors lived during the nineteenth century and recorded the music of the slaves from what was actually heard on plantations during, and immediately following, the Civil War. Dramatic and melodious songs like "Come Go With Me," "Hold Out to the End," and "The Lonesome Valley" speak truthfully of the slave way of life--the hardships, the spirituality, the community. In this edition, directions for singing and musical scores are provided, thus accurately preserving the original intonations and rhythms of these songs that are an integral part of the nation's history.

Louisiana has a vibrant French history, one that has been kept alive through language, tradition, and literature. Carefully studied in this scholarly commentary are the efforts of the French-speaking inhabitants, the Creoles of European descent, to preserve that heritage and spirit, especially through the writings of the culture. The volume examines written histories, newspapers, poetry, novels, drama, and miscellaneous writings of authors identified with Louisiana and contains biographical information as well as historical summaries of these influential works in French. Major works, such as Charles Gayarrï¿1/2's histories and Dominique Rouquette's poems, are addressed in each section. Victor Sï¿1/2jour, who was published in Les Cenelles, the first anthology of poetry by African Americans, also is included. The meticulously researched bibliography provides a comprehensive list of texts in French from colonial times to the early 1900s. Each entry includes the library or private collection where the work can be found.

"First published by Houghton Mifflin Company, 1992"--Tilte page verso.

While attending a birthday party aboard a historic St. Charles Line streetcar, Jenny Giraffe has the opportunity to learn about the history of New Orleans.

Praise for Beautiful Crescent: A History of New Orleans"I heartily recommend Beautiful Crescent. It is clear, concise, and authentic, but not overpowering. A perfect reference book for students, teachers, tourists and native New Orleanians-a must for every library and home."-Coralie G. Davis, library associate, UNO Library"The list of governors, mayors, noted personalities, and the chronology make Beautiful Crescent an indispensible tool for tour guides-and indeed fun for everyone who loves New Orleans."-Jane Molony, training committee, Friends of the Cabildo"Beautiful Crescent is a must in every tour guide's library. The Tour Guide Association of Greater New Orleans endorses and applauds this latest update and revision."-Suzanne Wooderson, president, Tour Guide Association of Greater New Orleans, Inc.This concise history of the Crescent City contains chapters covering the diverse history of the area, including the city's founding; the days of European rule; origins of jazz; the lasting impact of slavery; the Creole and Cajun influences; the mighty Mississippi River; lists of notable figures, governors, and mayors; and much more. Editors Kathy Chappetta Spiess and Karen Chappetta have updated the classic text and added even more information to this invaluable guide. Discover within its pages the bright and colorful past and vibrant present of a city whose people consistently survive and overcome adversity. A new foreword by Barbara Robichaux, board president of New Orleans' Tour Guides Association, introduces this expanded edition that is perfect for locals and tourists as they explore one of the most diverse cities in the United States.

As Petit Pierre journeys across the wetlands, he asks each creature where he should live. He accumulates gifts from them until he realizes the wetlands are home to all his friends and, just maybe, to Pierre as well. Each page includes a fact pertinent to that page.

Originally published: New Orleans, La.: Louisiana Landmarks Society, 1991.

Dinosaurs parade down the streets of New Orleans during the Mardi Gras carnival. Includes glossary and related craft activity.

It's Christmas Eve, and a police officer is on patrol. He encounters Sergeant Kringle, who takes over his patrol so the cop can go home to his family. This whimsical illustrated tale for young readers is a tribute to law-enforcement officers everywhere. Full color.

In this parody of Clement Moore's "A Visit from St. Nicholas", it's Christmas Eve and Principal Swell has his hands full with issues that all need to be resolved before he can go home to his family.

This collection of vivid, humorous paintings by self-taught artist Earl Hebert takes the reader into the real heart of Cajun culture-the back-road music halls, the small-town family gatherings, and the all-important, spicy, local cuisine.

Eight and a half-year-old Joey convinces the monsters under his bed that his older brother Dan would make for a tastier meal. Full color.

Tuskegee Airmen: American HeroesLynn M. Homan and Thomas ReillySubstitute teacher Victor Kennedy begins a middle-school American history class by writing one word on the chalkboard: Tuskegee. Over the next several days, the elderly veteran teaches students about the Tuskegee Airmen, brave men who fought racism and prejudice to fly more than 1,500 missions during World War II. The students learn about segregation and how the victories of the Tuskegee Airmen helped move the United States on a path toward racial equality. In Tuskegee Airmen: American Heroes, exciting battles against evil abroad and at home come alive for a new generation.

This last part of Knight's history of Georgia covers historic county seats, chief towns, and noted localities from the listed counties. It ends with an analytical index containing every important name connected with Georgia's historyCandler Carroll CharltonChathamChattahoocheeChattoogaCherokeeClarkeClayClaytonClinch Cobb CoffeeColquittColumbiaCrawfordCowetaCrisp DadeDawsonDecaturDeKalbDodgeDoolyDoughertyEarlyEcholsEffinghamElbertEmanuelEvansFanninFayetteFloydForsythFranklinFultonGilmerGlascockGlynnGordonGradyGreeneGwinnettHabershamHallHancockHaralsonHarrisHart Heard HenryHoustonIrwinJacksonJasperJeff DavisJeffersonJenkinsJohnsonJonesLaurensLee LibertyLincolnLowndesLumpkinMcDuffieMcIntoshMaconMadisonMarionMeriwetherMillerMiltonMitchellMonroeMorganMontgomeryMurrayMuscogeeNewtonOconeeOglethorpePauldingPickensPiercePike Polk PulaskiPutnamQuitmanRabunRandolphRichmondRockdaleSchleyScrevenSpaldingStephensStewartSumterTalbotTaliaferroTattnallTaylorTelfairTerrellThomasTiftToombsTownsTroupTurnerTwiggsUnionUpsonWalkerWaltonWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWheelerWhiteWhitfieldWilcoxWilkesWilkinsonWorthA four-year endeavor, this comprehensive record of Georgia was originally published in 1913 and 1914. Lucian Lamar Knight conscientiously preserved the state's history through meticulous research of courthouse records, news clippings, libraries, and even cemetery headstones. His interviews with all of Georgia's most prominent patriotic organizations also harvested a wealth of rare information. Each original volume is divided into two parts, offering four easy-to-reference books. The series boasts an elaborate index, helpful to any genealogy student interested in researching Georgian ancestors.

This part of Knight's multivolume work includes DeSoto memorials, Georgia's state seals, the first steamboat patent, the legend of "Lover's Leap," a list of governors, and historic county seats, chief towns, and noted localities of the following counties: Appling Bacon Baker Baldwin Barrow Bartow Ben Hill Berrien Bibb Brooks Bryan BullochButts Calhoun Camden CampbellA four-year endeavor, this comprehensive record of Georgia was originally published in 1913 and 1914. Lucian Lamar Knight conscientiously preserved the state's history through meticulous research of courthouse records, news clippings, libraries, and even cemetery headstones. His interviews with all of Georgia's most prominent patriotic organizations also harvested a wealth of rare information. Each original volume is divided into two parts, offering four easy-to-reference books. The series boasts an elaborate index, helpful to any genealogy student interested in researching Georgian ancestors.

This second part of Knight's record of Georgia includes the historical outlines, original settlers, and distinguished residents of the following counties: FultonGilmer GlascockGlynn GordonGreeneGwinnettHabersham HallHancock HaralsonHarrisHartHeardHenryHoustonIrwinJacksonJasperJeff DavisJefferson Jenkins Johnson Jones LaurensLeeLiberty LincolnLowndesLumpkinMcDuffieMcIntoshMaconMadisonMarionMeriwetherMillerMitchellMonroeMontgomeryMorganMurrayMuscogeeNewtonOconeeOglethorpPauldingPickensPiercePikePolkPulaskiPutnamRabunRandolphRichmondRockdaleSchleyScrevenSpaldingStephensStewartSumterTalbotTaliaferroTattnallTaylorTelfairTerrellThomasTiftToombsTowns TroupTurnerTwiggsUnionUpsonWalkerWalton WareWarrenWashingtonWayneWebsterWheelerWhiteWhitfieldWilkesWilkinsonWorth A four-year endeavor, this comprehensive record of Georgia was originally published in 1913 and 1914. Lucian Lamar Knight conscientiously preserved the state's history through meticulous research of courthouse records, news clippings, libraries, and even cemetery headstones. His interviews with all of Georgia's most prominent patriotic organizations also harvested a wealth of rare information. Each original volume is divided into two parts, offering four easy-to-reference books. The series boasts an elaborate index, helpful to any genealogy student interested in researching Georgian ancestors.Georgia has a rich history, filled with legends and heroes. From Indian princesses and George Washington to the legacy of Uncle Remus, this volume contains reminiscences of historic figures, local Indian legends, Revolutionary and Civil War stories, and a guide to cemeteries and churchyards. Revisit the graves of Nathanael Greene and former first lady Ellen Wilson or peek into George Washington's diary.Georgia's Landmarks, Memorials and Legends is the comprehensive guide to the colorful tales, heroes, and legends that arose from the state's unique heritage. Part 1 of this two-part volume is an exhaustive reference to key figures in Georgia's history and the landmarks and monuments honoring them. Lucian Lamar Knight was educated at Princeton and was compiler of the state records of Georgia. He wrote parts 1 and 2 of Georgia's Landmarks, Memorials and Legends: Volume 2, which is also published by Pelican.

Items covered in this first volume include Light Horse Harry Lee's bivouac, the true story of Jefferson Davis's arrest at Irwinville, the Old Creek Indian Agency, and historical outlines, original settlers, and distinguished residents of the following counties: ApplingBaker Baldwin Banks Bartow Ben Hill Berrien Bibb Bleckley Brooks Bryan Bulloch Burke Butts Calhoun Camden Campbell Carroll Catoosa Charlton Chatham ChattahoocheeChattooga Cherokee Clarke Clay Clayton Clinch Cobb Coffee Colquitt Columbia Coweta Crawford Crisp Dade Dawson Decatur DeKalb Dodge Dooly Dougherty Douglas Early Echols Effingham Elbert Emanuel Fannin Fayette Floyd Forsyth Franklin A four-year endeavor, this comprehensive record of Georgia was originally published in 1913 and 1914. Lucian Lamar Knight conscientiously preserved the state's history through meticulous research of courthouse records, news clippings, libraries, and even cemetery headstones. His interviews with all of Georgia's most prominent patriotic organizations also harvested a wealth of rare information. Each original volume is divided into two parts, offering four easy-to-reference books. The series boasts an elaborate index, helpful to any genealogy student interested in researching Georgian ancestors.James Edward Oglethorpe established Georgia as a colony for English debtors. Confederate president Jeff Davis was arrested in a thicket of wood near Irwinville by the Fourth Regiment of Michigan cavalry. Georgia is also the birthplace of the cotton gin and the Cherokee alphabet and home to the oldest U.S. state college. This volume outlines significant landmarks and monuments and the people and events behind them. Georgia's Landmarks, Memorials and Legends is the comprehensive guide to the colorful tales, heroes, and legends that arose from the state's unique heritage.Part 2 of this two-part volume contains reminiscences of historic figures, local Indian legends, Revolutionary and Civil War stories, and a guide to cemeteries and churchyards.Lucian Lamar Knight was educated at Princeton and was compiler of the state records of Georgia. He also wrote parts 1 and 2 of Georgia's Landmarks, Memorials and Legends: Volume 2.

A lover of the outdoors and a born woodsman, E. N. Woodcock, a trapper and hunter during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, shares his life story in fascinating detail. Born in 1844 in the village of Lymansville, Pennsylvania, he inherited an insatiable desire for the trap, gun, and wild from his Revolutionary War-era grandfather, Maj. Isaac Lyman. In his more than fifty years working the trap line, Woodcock never hunted illegally or out of season.Beginning with his experiences as a young boy learning the trade of trapping and hunting, the author chronicles his escapades throughout an untamed America, including trapping bear and deer in northern Michigan, wolfing in southeastern Oregon, hunting in California and Washington, and killing his first cougar in the mountains of Idaho. He examines the merits of traps versus guns amid his exciting accounts of narrow escapes and exhilarating hunting trips. Well known in his native Pennsylvania for his abilities, he was also a faithful contributor to Hunter-Trader-Trapper magazine. In a familiar and forthcoming tone, Woodcock details the hardships of his life, yet his voice never wavers in his undying fondness for the outdoors and the adventure that it offers.

Hearn paints a colorful portrait of life in the marshy Gulf Coast city of New Orleans, focusing on a young white girl who is adopted by a Spanish family.

A twist on the traditional story finds a teacher and his students coping withevery conceivable crisis on the eve of Christmas. Illustrations.

A mixture of fascinating facts on many subjects, this text chronicles the evolution and development of the area now known as central Louisiana.

A Cajun retelling of the familiar tale about three pigs who set out to build homes of their own in Louisiana and then must outsmart a hungry wolf. Includes pronunciation and definitions for the many French words used in the story.