This new title brings 181 of Lafcadio Hearn's satirical columns and woodcut illustrations from the New Orleans Daily City Item together for the first time. Written during 1880, Hearn's columns deal with a fascinating array of topics that illuminate the unique culture of the city, including its Creole history, distinctive cuisine, debauched underworld, corrupt politicians, and Voodoo practitioners. The columns are expertly annotated by Delia LaBarre, adding context and explanation that enhance the work. In addition, LaBarre ...
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This new title brings 181 of Lafcadio Hearn's satirical columns and woodcut illustrations from the New Orleans Daily City Item together for the first time. Written during 1880, Hearn's columns deal with a fascinating array of topics that illuminate the unique culture of the city, including its Creole history, distinctive cuisine, debauched underworld, corrupt politicians, and Voodoo practitioners. The columns are expertly annotated by Delia LaBarre, adding context and explanation that enhance the work. In addition, LaBarre's introductory essay explains Hearn's life and the importance of his work in New Orleans. This collection is sure to appeal to Hearn aficionados, literary scholars, historians, and general readers interested in New Orleans' unique culture.
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