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History of Louisiana Vol. II - 5th Edition by Charles E Gayarre & William Beer & Grace King (Paperback)
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Highlights
- 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 E Gayarre & William Beer & Grace King
- 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 Gayarr' 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.