Norman's New Orleans and Environs : Containing a Brief Historical Sketch of the Territory and State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Norman, Benjamin Moore, 1809-1860

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Norman's New Orleans and Environs" by Benjamin Moore Norman is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides a comprehensive overview of New Orleans and its surrounding areas, focusing on the discovery and territorial history of Louisiana as well as the development of its southern metropolis. It examines various aspects of the city, including its public buildings, charitable institutions, and cultural landmarks, making it a detailed guide for residents and visitors alike. At the start of the text, the author includes a preface aimed at educating both newcomers to New Orleans and those interested in the region from afar. Norman expresses his intention to provide an agreeable companion for readers by cataloging a wide array of informative resources about the city. The opening sections delve into Louisiana's profound history, starting with the European exploration era, which includes notable figures such as Hernando de Soto, and chronicles the various territorial claims and complexities that followed. The narrative sets a rich historical context for understanding the cultural and economic landscape of New Orleans, highlighting its significance as a center of commerce and community in the American South. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Julia Miller, JoAnn Greenwood and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-02-11