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100 1 _aPickett, Albert James,
_d1810-1858
245 1 0 _aEight days in New-Orleans in February, 1847
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-05-26
508 _aProduced by Alison Hadwin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Eight Days in New-Orleans in February, 1847" by Albert James Pickett is a historical account written during the mid-19th century, capturing the author's experiences and observations during a brief visit to New Orleans. The book details not only the physical and cultural landscape of the city at that time but also its rich history, including notable figures and events that shaped its development. Through a series of sketches, Pickett aims to present a vivid portrayal of the Crescent City. The narrative unfolds in a series of chapters that explore various aspects of New Orleans, from its early history, including the discovery of the Mississippi River by De Soto, to its settlement and growth under the influence of figures such as Governor Bienville. Pickett discusses the vibrant life of the city in 1847, highlighting its diverse population, bustling commerce, and significant public buildings like the Cathedral and the Mint. He captures the lively atmosphere of the markets and the unique cultural events like Mardi Gras, providing insights into the lifestyle and spirit of the people. Overall, the book acts as both a travelogue and a reflective piece on the historical significance of New Orleans during a transformative period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNew Orleans (La.) -- Description and travel
653 _aLouisiana -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32539
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