The Accidental City

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Author	: Lawrence N. Powell
Publisher	: Harvard University Press
Total Pages	: 449
Release	: 2012-04-13
ISBN-10	: 9780674065444
ISBN-13	: 0674065441
Rating	: 4/5 (44 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis The Accidental City by : Lawrence N. Powell

Book excerpt: Chronicles the history of the city from its being contended over as swampland through Louisiana's statehood in 1812, discussing its motley identities as a French village, African market town, Spanish fortress, and trade center.

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