Download or read book Creole Echoes from Our Past written by Philip Derriman and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theory that Western Australias northern coastline may have a been a site of a Portuguese settlement in the 16th century, based on linguistic analysis by Dr Carl von Brandenstein.
Download or read book Creole Echoes written by M. Lynn Weiss and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Creole poets have always eluded easy definition, infusing European poetic forms with Louisiana themes and Native American and African influences to produce an impressive variety of highly accomplished verses. The first major collection of its kind, Creole Echoes contains over a hundred of these poems by more than thirty different poets, presented by M. Lynn Weiss in their original French alongside new English translations by Norman R. Shapiro.The poems gathered here were all composed in French by Louisiana residents of European, African, and Caribbean origin. Their themes range from love and history to nightmare and childhood recollection. In these pages somber elegies meet whimsical surprises, and rhyming animal fables meet political panegyrics. "
Download or read book Creole Echoes written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This online exhibition--drawn primarily from the Louisiana Collection of LSU Libraries Special Collections, and organized in cooperation with LSU's Center for French and Francophone Studies--has the modest goal of displaying artifacts that hint at the richness and diversity of Nineteenth Century New Orleans intellectual and cultural life. This exhibition--drawn primarily from the Louisiana Collection of LSU Libraries Special Collections, and organized in cooperation with LSU's Center for French and Francophone Studies--has the modest goal of displaying artifacts that hint at the richness and diversity of Nineteenth Century New Orleans intellectual and cultural life.
Download or read book Louisiana Creole Literature written by Catharine Savage Brosman and published by Univ. Press of Mississippi. This book was released on 2013-10-17 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Louisiana Creole Literature is a broad-ranging critical reading of belles lettres—in both French and English—connected to and generally produced by the distinctive Louisiana Creole peoples, chiefly in the southeastern part of the state. The book covers primarily the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the flourishing period during which the term Creolehad broad and contested cultural reference in Louisiana. The study consists in part of literary history and biography. When available and appropriate, each discussion—arranged chronologically—provides pertinent personal information on authors, as well as publishing facts. Readers will find also summaries and evaluation of key texts, some virtually unknown, others of difficult access. Brosman illuminates the biographies and works of Kate Chopin, Lafcadio Hearn, George Washington Cable, Grace King, and Adolphe Duhart, among others. In addition, she challenges views that appear to be skewed regarding canon formation. The book places emphasis on poetry and fiction, reaching from early nineteenth-century writing through the twentieth century to selected works by poets still writing in the early twenty-first century. A few plays are treated also, especially by Victor Séjour. Louisiana Creole Literatureexamines at length the writings of important Francophone figures, and certain Anglophone novelists likewise receive extended treatment. Since much of nineteenth-century Louisiana literature was transnational, the book considers Creole-based works which appeared in Paris as well as those published locally.
Download or read book Creole written by Sybil Kein and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 2000-08 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The word Creole evokes a richness rivaled only by the term's widespread misunderstanding. Now both aspects of this unique people and culture are given thorough, illuminating scrutiny in Creole, a comprehensive, multidisciplinary history of Louisiana's Creole population. Written by scholars, many of Creole descent, the volume wrangles with the stuff of legend and conjecture while fostering an appreciation for the Creole contribution to the American mosaic. The collection opens with a historically relevant perspective found in Alice Moore Dunbar-Nelson's 1916 piece "People of Color of Louisiana" and continues with contemporary writings: Joan M. Martin on the history of quadroon balls; Michel Fabre and Creole expatriates in France; Barbara Rosendale Duggal with a debiased view of Marie Laveau; Fehintola Mosadomi and the downtrodden roots of Creole grammar; Anthony G. Barthelemy on skin color and racism as an American legacy; Caroline Senter on Reconstruction poets of political vision; and much more. Violet Harrington Bryan, Lester Sullivan, Jennifer DeVere Brody, Sybil Kein, Mary Gehman, Arthi A. Anthony, and Mary L. Morton offer excellent commentary on topics that range from the lifestyles of free women of color in the nineteenth century to the Afro-Caribbean links to Creole cooking. By exploring the vibrant yet marginalized culture of the Creole people across time, Creole goes far in diminishing past and present stereotypes of this exuberant segment of our society. A study that necessarily embraces issues of gender, race and color, class, and nationalism, it speaks to the tensions of an increasingly ethnically mixed mainstream America.
Download or read book Our People and Our History written by Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 2001-10-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Translated and Edited by Sister Dorothea Olga McCants, Daughter of the Cross In Our People and Our History, originally published in French in 1911 and translated into English in 1973, Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes records the lives of fifty prominent Creoles who lived in New Orleans at the end of the nineteenth century. Although he received little formal education, Desdunes -- himself a Creole -- was an articulate observer of his times and culture. His portraits of black doctors, lawyers, teachers, musicians, artists, and writers are powerful evidence of the extraordinary role that Creoles played in the cultural and political history of Louisiana.
Download or read book The Belle Cr ole written by Maryse Condé and published by University of Virginia Press. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Possessing one of the most vital voices in international letters, Maryse Condé added to an already acclaimed career the New Academy Prize in Literature in 2018. The twelfth novel by this celebrated author revolves around an enigmatic crime and the young man at its center. Dieudonné Sabrina, a gardener, aged twenty-two and black, is accused of murdering his employer--and lover--Loraine, a wealthy white woman descended from plantation owners. His only refuge is a sailboat, La Belle Créole, a relic of times gone by. Condé follows Dieudonné’s desperate wanderings through the city of Port-Mahault the night of his acquittal, the narrative unfolding through a series of multivoiced flashbacks set against a forbidding backdrop of social disintegration and tumultuous labor strikes in turn-of-the-twenty-first-century Guadeloupe. Twenty-four hours later, Dieudonné’s fate becomes suggestively intertwined with that of the French island itself, though the future of both remains uncertain in the end. Echoes of Faulkner and Lawrence, and even Shakespeare’s Othello, resonate in this tale, yet the drama’s uniquely modern dynamics set it apart from any model in its exploration of love and hate, politics and stereotype, and the attempt to find connections with others across barriers. Through her vividly and intimately drawn characters, Condé paints a rich portrait of a contemporary society grappling with the heritage of slavery, racism, and colonization.
Download or read book Creole Families of New Orleans Classic Reprint written by Grace King and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Creole Families of New Orleans It has been a pleasure to follow the traces they impressed upon the soil two hundred years ago, and to look through the Vista of years that opened before them when they crossed the seas, trusting their names, their fortune, their faith to a new country. Their genealogical records bear witness to their good blood; their maintenances de noblesse are still in existence, brought with them from France, in simple accord with what they considered a family necessity, as much so as a house and furniture. Traditions are still carrying a pale reflection of coloring and wavering outline of them. Little stories of them are still to be met hanging on a withering memory like shriveled berries on a tree that the next blast will rend from their twigs and scatter on the ground. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Bayou Born written by Jwanna Savoie-Powell and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2023-12-21 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a Soulful Journey Through the Heart of Creole Life Step into a world where the rush of zydeco rhythms and the simmering pots of etouffee tell a story deeper than words could express. "Bayou Born: Exploring Creole Identity" is a captivating expedition through the vibrant history, culture, and heart of Louisiana's Creole population. A mesmerizing tale that untangles the rich tapestry woven by generations who've danced by the bayou under the moonlight's mystique. Delve into the Origins and Evolution of a people whose roots intertwine with the very beginnings of America. From the earliest days when European, African, and Native American lives collided and combined, a new identity burst forth. This identity, resilient and defiant in the face of time's relentless march, has continued to evolve, providing an invaluable lens through which to view the past, present, and future. Whisper the Language of the Bayou, where words carry the weight of ancestral connections and the pride of a distinct community. Understanding Louisiana Creole French isn't just about translation; it's about embracing a linguistic heritage that echoes through the streets of vibrant neighborhoods. Savor the succulent Culinary Traditions that make Creole cuisine a metaphor for the melting pot culture. Each signature dish, with its historical roots, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and spirit of the Creole people--a cuisine crafted from the soul of diversity itself. Feel your feet tap to the Creole Music and Dance, an explosive expression of joy and pain through the ages. Discover how the notes of accordions and the soft swaying of dancers are much more than entertainment but a lifeline to bygone days. Embark on the enticing voyage through the pages of Bayou Born. It is not merely a book; it is an experience that allows you to touch the spirit and resilience of Creole culture. A culture that continues to thrive and influence far beyond the whispers of the bayou. A journey full of flavor, folklore, and the pulsating energy of a people forever intertwining their legacy with America's narrative.
Download or read book The Creoles of History and the Creoles of Romance written by Charles Gayarré and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-03 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Creoles of History and the Creoles of Romance: A Lecture Delivered in the Hall of the Tulane University, New Orleans Now that. I have from unquestionable authorities explained, and I hepe to the satisfaction of this audience, the original meaning of the word creole, I ask your permission, ladies and gentlemen, to call your attention to the Creoles of Louisiana in particular. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Old Creole Days written by George W. Cable and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2015-07-05 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Old Creole Days: A Story of Creole Life He may then be aroused to mention the better appearance of the place in former years, when the houses of this region generally stood farther apart, and that garden comprised the whole square. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Old Creole Days written by George Washington Cable and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 1991 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories reflect Creole way of life during the transitory post-Civil War period.
Download or read book Wandering in Strange Lands written by Morgan Jerkins and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of TIME's 100 Must Read Books of 2020 and one of Good Housekeeping's Best Books of the Year “One of the smartest young writers of her generation.”—Book Riot Featuring a new afterword from the author, Morgan Jerkins' powerful story of her journey to understand her northern and southern roots, the Great Migration, and the displacement of black people across America. Between 1916 and 1970, six million black Americans left their rural homes in the South for jobs in cities in the North, West, and Midwest in a movement known as The Great Migration. But while this event transformed the complexion of America and provided black people with new economic opportunities, it also disconnected them from their roots, their land, and their sense of identity, argues Morgan Jerkins. In this fascinating and deeply personal exploration, she recreates her ancestors’ journeys across America, following the migratory routes they took from Georgia and South Carolina to Louisiana, Oklahoma, and California. Following in their footsteps, Jerkins seeks to understand not only her own past, but the lineage of an entire group of people who have been displaced, disenfranchised, and disrespected throughout our history. Through interviews, photos, and hundreds of pages of transcription, Jerkins braids the loose threads of her family’s oral histories, which she was able to trace back 300 years, with the insights and recollections of black people she met along the way—the tissue of black myths, customs, and blood that connect the bones of American history. Incisive and illuminating, Wandering in Strange Lands is a timely and enthralling look at America’s past and present, one family’s legacy, and a young black woman’s life, filtered through her sharp and curious eyes.
Download or read book OLD CREOLE DAYS A STORY OF CRE written by George Washington 1844-1925 Cable and published by Wentworth Press. This book was released on 2016-08-28 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 will 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.
Download or read book Southscapes written by Thadious M. Davis and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2011-11-21 with total page 471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this innovative approach to southern literary cultures, Thadious Davis analyzes how black southern writers use their spatial location to articulate the vexed connections between society and environment, particularly under segregation and its legacies. Basing her analysis on texts by Ernest Gaines, Richard Wright, Alice Walker, Natasha Trethewey, Olympia Vernon, Brenda Marie Osbey, Sybil Kein, and others, Davis reveals how these writers reconstitute racial exclusion as creative black space, rather than a site of trauma and resistance. Utilizing the social and political separation epitomized by segregation to forge a spatial and racial vantage point, Davis argues, allows these writers to imagine and represent their own subject matter and aesthetic concerns. Focusing particularly on Louisiana and Mississippi, Davis deploys new geographical discourses of space to expand analyses of black writers' relationship to the South and to consider the informing aspects of spatial narratives on their literary production. She argues that African American writers not only are central to the production of southern literature and new southern studies, but also are crucial to understanding the shift from modernism to postmodernism in southern letters. A paradigm-shifting work, Southscapes restores African American writers to their rightful place in the regional imagination, while calling for a more inclusive conception of region.
Download or read book Our Peopleand Our History written by Rodolphe Desdunes and published by . This book was released on with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creoles played an extraordinary role in both the cultural and political history of Louisiana. This book, originally published in French in Montreal in 1911, records the lives of some fifty New Orleans Creoles during the mid- to late 1800s. It is a unique source of information and insight on these men and women who suffered for race and language.
Download or read book Living Creole and Speaking It Fluently written by Vivian Malveaux and published by . This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an important book, because many people, even Creoles know little or nothing about the history of the Creoles. Their history began in the year 1719 when the first cargo of slaves were brought to the United States. Some blacks were freed in France and the Carribean, came to New Orleans as cooks, housekeepers and hairdressers for the rich French ladies. At first these people were called (Les gens de couleur libre) the free people of color, after the Civil War they were called the free Creoles of color, and shortened to just Creoles. In the 1800s they had their own idenity that was neither black or white, not slave or completely free. "There is no state in the union, hardly any spot of like size on the globe where the man of color has lived so intensely, made so much progress, been of such historical importance as in Louisiana, and yet about so little is known (Alice Dunbar Nelson).
