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The Accidental City

Author	: Lawrence N. Powell
Publisher	: Harvard University Press
Total Pages	: 449
Release	: 2012-04-13
ISBN-10	: 9780674065444
ISBN-13	: 0674065441
Rating	: 4/5 (441 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis The Accidental City by : Lawrence N. Powell

Download or read book The Accidental City written by Lawrence N. Powell and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2012-04-13 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronicles the history of the city from its being contended over as swampland through Louisiana's statehood in 1812, discussing its motley identities as a French village, African market town, Spanish fortress, and trade center.

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