World That Made New Orleans From Spanish Silver to Congo Square

Name: World That Made New Orleans From Spanish Silver to Congo Square
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ISBN: 9781556529580

ISBN-10: 1556529589

ISBN-13: 9781556529580

Edition: N/A

Authors: Ned Sublette

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Offering a new perspective on the unique cultural influences of New Orleans, this entertaining history captures the soul of the city and reveals its impact on the rest of the nation. Focused on New Orleans' first century of existence, a comprehensive, chronological narrative of the political, cultural, and musical development of Louisiana's early years is presented. This innovative history tracks the important roots of American music back to the swamp town, making clear the effects of centuries-long struggles among France, Spain, and England on the city's unique culture. The origins of jazz and the city's eclectic musical influences, including the role of the slave trade, are also revealed.…

Book details

List price: $18.99
Publisher: Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/1/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 368
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.386
Language: English

Ned Sublette is the author of "Cuba and Its Music: From the First Drums to the Mambo," Cofounder of the record label Qbadisc, he coproduced the public radio program "Afropop Worldwide" for seven years. A writer, record producer, and musician, he lives in New York City.""