Native Tennessee generals, about forty Confederate and six Union, are profiled here with brief biographies. Forrest, Polk, Stewart, and many more are discussed with regard to their childhoods, prewar
This gorgeous cookbook offers more than forty recipes from famous Houston restaurants, chefs, and caterers, along with photographs, history, musings, and stories. These recipes are knockouts for the e
Contributed by some of the Big Easy's famed restaurants and chefs, a compilation of classic hors d'oeuvres and appetizers features such classic recipes as Antoine's Crabmeat Imperial, Cochon's Waterme
Authentic household recipes from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. When Daniel and Martha Turnbull began in 1820 to build an estate that would eventually encompass seven plantations,
Hard times, good times, and moments of absolute hilarity compose this tender and affecting memoir of the authori??s youth on his grandfatheri??s ranch on the Colorado plains.
Natchez, Mississippi, attracts thousands of visitors annually. One look through these pages and it is easy to see why. Beautiful exterior shots, rare interior photographs, and moving descriptions capt
"Julian Piper documents the integral but underappreciated center of blues music---Baton Rouge, Louisiana---with style and grit and no illusions or highfalutin' worship. He includes details of these un
The beautiful homes and classic recipes of the Crescent-City holidays! Tour the stunning sights of the season in this beautiful volume. Decorations, including garlands, mantels, table settings, and Ch
Wander the history-filled streets of Savannah. Saunter through Savannah's varied streets and squares with this invaluable guide. Tour the city's oldest buildings and majestic homes, such as the Mercer
"This should be a high-priority purchase." -Library Journal In a radical departure from other self-hypnosis and self-improvement books, internationally known hypnotherapists Kevin Hogan and Mary Lee L
Features the restaurants and cuisine of San Antonio, Texas, through some of its innovative desserts such as flan de vainilla, sweet potato pecan pie, Mexican wedding cookies, and fruit gratin.
Revised to feature additional commentary from historians and newly discovered resources, this book for general readers and history buffs explores the major battles that took place in the Ozark Mountai
Seventy-seven home-style shrimp recipes are interspersed with historical, biological, and food preparation advice. From an inside look at the seafood industry in Louisiana, past and present, to techni
Eager for a day off from school, Ruthie invents a song and dance in hopes of bringing about a big snowfall, and soon the entire school is dancing with her.
Features the restaurants and cuisine of Charleston, South Carolina, through some of its innovative desserts such as roasted plum cobbler, red velvet bread pudding, and smoked honey vanilla ice cream.
Written by award-winning chef, culinary instructor, food columnist, and bakery director Bev Shaffer, this tasted-and-tested collection spans the brownie spectrum. In addition to a history of brownies,
"A respected retired criminologist picks up a pistol and shoots his wife five times as she rocks on her plantation home's gallery." The wife "miraculously survived" and gives this account.
During the antebellum period, New Orleans was the largest German colony below the Mason-Dixon line. Later settlements moved upriver between New Orleans and Donaldsonville, near Lecompte, and in North
While traveling back to their warlord's palace in ancient China, Chuan and the artist to whom he is apprenticed join a troupe of puppeteers and Chuan learns about puppet proportions.
Delectable Creole recipes from both the restaurant menu and personal files. Leah Chase spices her cookbook with stories that reflect her Creole heritage and document the origin of various recipes.
A captivating visual guide to New Orleans's history! Hailed as being one of the most comprehensive collections of photos, paintings, and drawings on its release in 1971, this educational and entertain
Iconic abodes, inside and out, from across the city.The Crescent City's rich cultural heritage is preserved in its grand houses. This collection of essays and photographs features homes from all over
A practical handbook that has served pastors time and time again. Extensively updated to aid in meeting the increased demands and challenges of twenty-first-century ministry, this edition includes exp
The owners of Rise No. 1 restaurant share their take on cooking and entertaining in this beautifully photographed book. Recipes for souffli??s, salads, soups, seafoods, tarts, and more illustrate thei
Robert Potter flashed across the history of Texas and North Carolina during the early 1800s, leaving an enduring record of inspired leadership and achievement. Known for engaging his enemies in legisl
In this volume of savory dishes, kosheri??with its prohibition of cooking with shellfish, shrimp, crab, and turtlei??and Cajuni??which relies heavily upon these ingredients for its hot, spicy gumbos,
When Joshua, Krista, and their friend, Charlene, find Granddad's souvenirs of World War II, he takes the opportunity to tell them about the war and his experiences as a Tuskegee Airman.
This section of Uptown New Orleans gets its name from the various colleges and universities, including Tulane and Loyola, that have existed within its boundaries. The architecture of this area ranges
Drawing on more than two decades of experience, Kevin Hogan explains how to communicate interpersonally, talk to yourself, and transcend physical experience into the realm of idea and thought. He does
In this minister's autobiography, he states that his and his wife's greatest joy is to know that each of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren (their legacy) would be walking in truth
"Elliott's book is great!" -S. Waite Rawls III, president and CEO, Museum of the Confederacy, Richmond, Virginia ." . . a well-written book that should appeal to all history and Civil War buffs." -Fra
An adaptation of a traditional Choctaw tale told in the rhythmic verse reminiscent of the classic Br'er Rabbit tales, this vivid and clever story comes to life through illustrations and unique storyte
A mixture of history and geography, this entertaining book provides anecdotes about some of the people whose names are memorialized on street signs in this Louisiana parish. The naming process and nam
Drawing from court transcripts, newspaper accounts, diaries, and memoirs, this book chronicles the gunfights of Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Doc Holliday, as well as others such as Billy the Kid, Bat
This collection covers the complete range of foods and beverages for every occasion—from basic meals to unusual recipes that complement and round out an authentic dining experience. A Fancy Oyster Ome
A tongue-in-cheek, lighthearted guide for the uninitiated into the culture and traditions that shaped New Orleans.Rich in tradition, the Catholic faith has been a heavy influence on and unifying force
After Nicholas, a big-hearted handicapped boy and a skilled toymaker, is transformed by angels into St. Nicholas, he prepares for his debut flight by ending quarrels between elves and coaxing reindeer
The Golden Age of Carnival artistry began in the 1870s and was marked by shimmering pageants and opulent private balls, attended by invitation only. Presented in this collection are nearly two hundred
From Lobster Salad to Baked Stuffed Oysters and Crawfish Bisque, this compilation of recipes offers the best of New Orleans cuisine. Chef Lena Richards pulled inspiration from her southern roots and h
First compiled in 1947, contains essays by a diverse group of writers (among them are Jean-Paul Sartre and Frank Norris), selected from such publications as Downbeat, Swing Music, and The Saturday
