Creoles of South Louisiana: Three Centuries Strong French literature About the Author

About the Author

by James Nolan

the Louisiana landscape that formed the backdrop of their lives

with the flair of the great storyteller he is

patriotism

Creoles of South Louisiana: Three Centuries Strong French literature About the AuthorCreoles of South Louisiana: Three Centuries Strong by Elista Istre Creoles established themselves in South Louisiana long before Acadian exiles reached the shores of the Bayou State. Boasting a mlange of African, European, and North American roots, Creoles converged on Louisianas prairies and created their own distinct cuisine, language, and musical style. In Creoles of South Louisiana: Three Centuries Strong, Dr. Elista Istre invites her readers to