Dive into the history, geography, and culture of Louisiana in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is Louisiana? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you're proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination.
Visit famous cities like New Orleans. Meet important people like naturalist John James Audubon. Read about the Caddo, Chitimacha, and other Indigenous peoples who have called the land of Louisiana home. Fans of sports, nature, and unique facts will all find something to love about the home of Tabasco sauce and the world's most famous Mardi Gras celebrations.
Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled "At a Glance" section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of Louisiana.
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Rebecca Kraft Rector has worked as a librarian for children, college students, and adults. She is the author of more than forty fiction and nonfiction books. She has written about singers, space, forms of matter, reptiles, and many other subjects. Visit her website at rebeccakraftrector.wordpress.com.
Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.