The author of this comprehensive history was the first Louisianahistorian to document his studies through research in the nationalarchives of France and Spain.
Author(s): Charles Gayarré
380 Pages
History, United States
Series Name: History of Louisiana
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About the Book
Reprint: Original publication date of 1882.
Book Synopsis
The author of this comprehensive history was the first Louisiana historian to document his studies through research in the national archives of France and Spain. Volume II (originally published in 1854) finishes the story begun in the first volume of the French influence in Louisiana. Topics include everything from struggles with the Native Americans to the arrival of the Acadians. The first page of each new lecture, as Gayarrï¿1/2 calls his chapters, includes a list of the topics and events discussed in the section. While reading, one can also enjoy maps of Louisiana as it was at the time covered.The exciting account of French rule in Louisiana will make readers thirsty for the rest of the story in Volumes III and IV.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.51 Inches (H) x 5.53 Inches (W) x 1.09 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.16 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 380
Genre: History
Sub-Genre: United States
Series Title: History of Louisiana
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Theme: State & Local
Format: Paperback
Author: Charles Gayarré
Language: English
Street Date: April 30, 1999
TCIN: 1007264094
UPC: 9781565546530
Item Number (DPCI): 247-12-0020
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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