ISBN: 9780738554068 - baton rouge (images of america) (6 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. In 1699, on a high bluff along the Mississippi River, explorer Pierre Le Moyne, Sieur d Iberville, found the fabled Red Stick, a post that marked the line between two Native American nations and gave Baton Rouge, Louisiana, its name. This book chronicles 150 years of the daily activities of Baton Rouge s residents through images of the city s growth and development; life during the Civil War, floods, hurricanes, and economic depressions; and people working, playing, and celebrating.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: New. 2008. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 9.25x6.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 1699, no one knew that an unassuming location on a high bluff along the Mississippi River would one day become the capital of Louisiana. French explorer Pierre Le Moyne, Sieur d'Iberville, found the fabled Red Stick, a post that marked the line between two Native American nations and gave Baton Rouge, Louisiana, its name. This book chronicles the subsequent 150 years of the daily activities of Baton Rouge's residents through images of the city's growth and development; life during the Civil War, floods, hurricanes, and economic depressions; and Baton Rougeans working, playing, and celebrating. Images of America: Baton Rouge showcases images from the extensive resources of the Louisiana State University Libraries and the State Library of Louisiana. The book features the work of Baton Rouge's most famous photographers: Andrew Lytle, remembered for his poignant Civil War images of a town struggling to survive; Fonville Winans, known for his pictures of the growing city taken as he piloted his small plane above it; and David King Gleason, who captured the triumphs and tragedies of life in the river city.…

Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorImages of America: Baton Rouge showcases images from the extensive resources of the Louisiana State University Libraries and the State Library of Louisiana. The book features the work of Baton Rouge s most famous photo.