The Louisiana Field Guide
Understanding Life in the Pelican State
Nonfiction, Travel, United States, South, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
| Author: | Kent Mathewson, Alecia P. Long, Alex V. Cook, J. Michael Desmond, David Harlan, Raynie Harlan, Joyce Jackson, Michael Pasquier, Aaron Emmitte, Thomas Klingler, Sylvie DuBois, Karen Williams, Zachary Godshall, Anthony Lewis, Barry Cowan | ISBN: | 9780807157787 |
| Publisher: | LSU Press | Publication: | October 13, 2014 |
| Imprint: | LSU Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Kent Mathewson, Alecia P. Long, Alex V. Cook, J. Michael Desmond, David Harlan, Raynie Harlan, Joyce Jackson, Michael Pasquier, Aaron Emmitte, Thomas Klingler, Sylvie DuBois, Karen Williams, Zachary Godshall, Anthony Lewis, Barry Cowan |
| ISBN: | 9780807157787 |
| Publisher: | LSU Press |
| Publication: | October 13, 2014 |
| Imprint: | LSU Press |
| Language: | English |
In Louisiana, every bite of food and each turn of phrase is an expression of cultural literacy. Correctly pronouncing "Tchoupitoulas" or "Atchafalaya," knowing the difference between the first Governor Long and the second one, being able to spot the artwork of Caroline Durieux, and honoring the distinction between a Creole and a Cajun roux serve not just as markers of familiarity; they represent acts of preservation. The Louisiana Field Guide: Understanding Life in the Pelican State expands on this everyday communion of history, delving into the cultural patchwork that makes the Gumbo State both thoroughly American and absolutely singular.
An authoritative lineup of contributors reintroduces Louisiana through the lenses of environment, geography, history, politics, religion, culture, language, sports, literature, film, music, architecture, food, and art. Whether describing the archi-tectural details of the Ursuline Convent in the French Quarter or sharing the family history of Bourgeois' Meat Market just outside of Thibodaux, the essays in The Louisiana Field Guide present a fresh and expansive look at the enchanting and perplexing Pelican State.
At once an accessible primer and a rich omnibus, this volume explores the well-known destinations and far-flung corners of Louisiana, from Cameron Parish to Congo Square, offering an enlightening companion guide for visitors and a trust-worthy reference for residents.
In Louisiana, every bite of food and each turn of phrase is an expression of cultural literacy. Correctly pronouncing "Tchoupitoulas" or "Atchafalaya," knowing the difference between the first Governor Long and the second one, being able to spot the artwork of Caroline Durieux, and honoring the distinction between a Creole and a Cajun roux serve not just as markers of familiarity; they represent acts of preservation. The Louisiana Field Guide: Understanding Life in the Pelican State expands on this everyday communion of history, delving into the cultural patchwork that makes the Gumbo State both thoroughly American and absolutely singular.
An authoritative lineup of contributors reintroduces Louisiana through the lenses of environment, geography, history, politics, religion, culture, language, sports, literature, film, music, architecture, food, and art. Whether describing the archi-tectural details of the Ursuline Convent in the French Quarter or sharing the family history of Bourgeois' Meat Market just outside of Thibodaux, the essays in The Louisiana Field Guide present a fresh and expansive look at the enchanting and perplexing Pelican State.
At once an accessible primer and a rich omnibus, this volume explores the well-known destinations and far-flung corners of Louisiana, from Cameron Parish to Congo Square, offering an enlightening companion guide for visitors and a trust-worthy reference for residents.
