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2nd edition. Four stories that originally appeared in the New Orleans Times-Picayune by Celeste Janvier, born into a wealthy New Orleans family, who was seriously injured and partially blinding in an accident as a child and who, as a result, devoted her life to working as an outreach teacher - she "became the first of New Orleans' 'visiting teachers'- a dedicated band of men and women whose duty it is to care for the school system's handicapped and troubled pupils." (Time) Illustrated with full page pencil sketches by (Alice) Standish Buell. 28 pp. Very good in tan wrappers with brown cord binding.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Whimsical Madam New Orleans' is a vibrant and evocative tribute to the spirit and personality of one of America's most storied cities. Through a collection of lyrical sketches and keen observations, Carmelite Janvier personifies the city of New Orleans as a complex, enchanting, and sometimes capricious figure-a 'Madam' who embodies the contradictions and charms of the Crescent City during the early 20th century.The work explores the sensory details and historical layers that define local culture, from the narrow, wrought-iron balconies of the French Quarter to the lingering echoes of its colonial past. Janvier's prose captures the unique fusion of French, Spanish, and American influences, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and rhythms of a city that feels both timeless and ever-changing. The book serves as an important literary piece of Southern regionalism, offering readers a window into the cultural identity of New Orleans at a pivotal moment in its history.Ideal for those interested in urban history, Southern literature, and the art of creative non-fiction, 'Whimsical Madam New Orleans' remains a poignant celebration of a locale that continues to fascinate the world with its enduring personality and whimsical soul.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…