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Lafitte Of Louisiana (1902)

Lafitte Of Louisiana (1902)

Edwards, Harry C.
Devereux, Mary

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesRegional: SouthSouth

ISBN10: 1164422561
ISBN13: 9781164422563
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 450
Weight: 1.82
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Lafitte of Louisiana is a historical novel written by Mary Devereux and published in 1902. The book tells the story of Jean Lafitte, a notorious pirate who operated in the Gulf of Mexico during the early 19th century. Lafitte was known for his daring exploits and his role in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812. The novel is set in Louisiana and follows Lafitte's life from his early days as a smuggler to his rise as a feared pirate captain. The story is told from the perspective of several characters, including Lafitte himself, as well as his friends and enemies. Throughout the book, the author weaves together historical facts and fictional elements to create a compelling narrative. The reader is taken on a journey through the swamps and bayous of Louisiana, as Lafitte and his crew evade the authorities and engage in high-stakes battles with other pirates and rival factions. The book also explores Lafitte's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with loyalty and honor. Devereux paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating character who defies easy categorization. Overall, Lafitte of Louisiana is a thrilling adventure story that offers a glimpse into the world of piracy and smuggling in the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Louisiana history or the history of piracy in the Americas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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